18479141. EXHAUST MANIFOLD simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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EXHAUST MANIFOLD

Organization Name

TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Masaaki Yano of Toyota-shi (JP)

EXHAUST MANIFOLD - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18479141 titled 'EXHAUST MANIFOLD

Simplified Explanation

The exhaust manifold described in the patent application includes first and second plate members that are fixed to an inlet of a junction pipe where exhaust gases from exhaust pipes come together. The first and second plate members partition the inlet for each of the exhaust pipes, with the first plate member having a slit into which the second plate member is inserted. The slit is wider than the thickness of the second plate member, and the first plate member has contact portions that protrude from opposite sides of the slit and make contact with the second plate member.

  • First and second plate members fixed to an inlet of a junction pipe
  • Partition the inlet for each exhaust pipe
  • Slit in first plate member for insertion of second plate member
  • Contact portions on first plate member for contact with second plate member

Potential Applications

The technology described in the patent application could be used in automotive exhaust systems to efficiently combine exhaust gases from multiple pipes.

Problems Solved

This technology solves the problem of effectively managing the flow of exhaust gases from different pipes in an exhaust system.

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include improved exhaust gas flow management, potentially leading to better engine performance and reduced emissions.

Potential Commercial Applications

One potential commercial application of this technology could be in the manufacturing of exhaust manifolds for various vehicles.

Possible Prior Art

Prior art in the field of exhaust manifold design may include similar methods of partitioning exhaust gas inlets in automotive systems.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology compare to existing exhaust manifold designs in terms of efficiency and performance?

This article does not provide a direct comparison with existing exhaust manifold designs to evaluate efficiency and performance.

What are the potential challenges in implementing this technology in different types of vehicles or exhaust systems?

The article does not address the potential challenges that may arise when implementing this technology in various vehicle models or exhaust system configurations.


Original Abstract Submitted

An exhaust manifold includes first and second plate members fixed to an inlet of a junction pipe at which exhaust gases from exhaust pipes join together. The first and second plate members are combined with each other so as to partition the inlet for each of the exhaust pipes. The first plate member includes a slit into which the second plate member is inserted. A width of the slit is greater than a plate thickness of the second plate member. The first plate member is provided with first and second contact portions. The first and second contact portions respectively protrude from opposite sides of the slit in a width direction of the slit and contact with the second plate member inserted into the slit.