18329579. CATALYST DEVICE simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
CATALYST DEVICE
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Toshinori Oki of Toyota-shi (JP)
Takahiro Sadamitsu of Miyoshi-shi (JP)
CATALYST DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18329579 titled 'CATALYST DEVICE
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a catalyst device that includes a catalyst, a heating element, and a case. The case has an insulating portion that protrudes towards the upstream side of the heating element. An outer tube, formed by a turbine housing, covers the end portion of the case.
- The catalyst device includes a catalyst, heating element, and case.
- The case has an insulating portion that protrudes towards the upstream side of the heating element.
- An outer tube, formed by a turbine housing, covers the end portion of the case.
Potential Applications
- Automotive industry - The catalyst device can be used in exhaust systems of vehicles to reduce emissions and improve efficiency.
- Power generation - The catalyst device can be used in power plants to reduce emissions from exhaust gases.
Problems Solved
- Insulation - The insulating portion of the case helps to prevent electricity from flowing to unwanted areas, ensuring safety and proper functioning of the device.
- Protection - The outer tube formed by the turbine housing provides additional protection to the end portion of the case, preventing damage and extending the lifespan of the catalyst device.
Benefits
- Improved efficiency - The catalyst device helps to improve the efficiency of exhaust systems by reducing emissions and optimizing the combustion process.
- Enhanced safety - The insulating portion of the case ensures that electricity is properly contained, reducing the risk of electrical hazards.
- Extended lifespan - The outer tube provides protection to the end portion of the case, increasing the durability and longevity of the catalyst device.
Original Abstract Submitted
A catalyst device includes a catalyst, a heating element, and a case. A direction in which exhaust gas flows through an exhaust passage is defined as a gas discharging direction. The case includes an end portion on an upstream side in the gas discharging direction. The heating element includes an end on an upstream side in the gas discharging direction. The end portion of the case is an insulating portion that insulates electricity and protrudes toward an upstream side of the end of the heating element in the gas discharging direction. The catalyst device further includes an outer tube that is separated from the end portion of the case in a radial direction to cover the end portion. The outer tube is formed by a turbine housing that houses a turbine wheel of the forced-induction device.
