18100009. INTAKE RUNNER FOR GASEOUS FUEL ENGINE, SYSTEM, AND METHOD simplified abstract (Caterpillar Inc.)
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INTAKE RUNNER FOR GASEOUS FUEL ENGINE, SYSTEM, AND METHOD
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Jaswinder Singh of Dunlap IL (US)
Michael Bardell of Vail AZ (US)
Yongxian Gu of West Lafayette IN (US)
Eric L. Schroeder of Germantown Hills IL (US)
Patrick J. Seiler of Peoria IL (US)
INTAKE RUNNER FOR GASEOUS FUEL ENGINE, SYSTEM, AND METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18100009 titled 'INTAKE RUNNER FOR GASEOUS FUEL ENGINE, SYSTEM, AND METHOD
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a gaseous fuel engine system that includes a hydrogen fuel supply, an engine housing with an intake port leading to a cylinder, and an intake runner with a valve mount for a gaseous fuel admission valve.
- The system features a hydrogen fuel passage that extends through the valve mount and conduit at an angle to the clamping face of the intake runner or the valve mounting face.
- The design allows for efficient intake and combustion of gaseous fuel in the engine.
- The angular orientation of the hydrogen fuel passage enhances the performance and effectiveness of the engine system.
- This innovation aims to optimize the use of gaseous fuel, particularly hydrogen, in engine operations.
- The system offers potential improvements in fuel efficiency and emissions reduction in gaseous fuel engines.
Potential Applications: The technology can be applied in various gaseous fuel engine systems, including hydrogen-powered vehicles, generators, and industrial machinery.
Problems Solved: This technology addresses challenges related to the intake and combustion of gaseous fuels in engine systems, aiming to improve efficiency and reduce emissions.
Benefits: The system offers enhanced performance, improved fuel efficiency, and reduced emissions in gaseous fuel engine operations.
Commercial Applications: Optimizing gaseous fuel intake and combustion in engine systems can have significant commercial applications in the automotive, energy, and industrial sectors, leading to more sustainable and efficient operations.
Questions about Gaseous Fuel Engine System: 1. How does the angular orientation of the hydrogen fuel passage improve engine performance? 2. What are the potential environmental benefits of using gaseous fuels like hydrogen in engine systems?
Original Abstract Submitted
A gaseous fuel engine system includes a hydrogen fuel supply, an engine housing having an intake port extending to a cylinder, and an intake runner. The intake runner includes a valve mount attached to a conduit and having a valve mounting face, and a gaseous fuel admission valve is mounted upon the valve mounting face. A hydrogen fuel passage extends from the valve mount through the conduit and is oriented angularly to at least one of a clamping face of the intake runner or the valve mounting face. Related apparatus and methodology is also disclosed.
