Abstract:
Improved filtration media or filter bodies can be made from fine fiber and can be formed into a filtration structure having no internal defects. The filter media or filter body comprises a collection of spot in fiber with defined fiber diameter, layer thickness and media solidity. The fine fiber is formed into a media body and obtains substantial flux and filtration efficiency. The filtration media or body can comprise single or multiple layers of fine fiber combined into the improved filter body.
Abstract:
An apparatus for modifying an exhaust stream of a diesel engine is provided. The apparatus includes a muffler arrangement (1) having an exhaust inlet (17), an exhaust outlet (18) and means (5, 7) for sound attenuation. The apparatus also includes a catalytic converter arrangement (50) positioned within the muffler arrangement (1). During operation, the exhaust flow is directed both through the muffler arrangement (1) and the catalytic converter arrangement (50).
Abstract:
A muffler-filter apparatus (36) having a particulate trap using filter tubes (38) with high temperature filter materials, like fiber in the form of yarn, woven yarn mat, or a non-woven, random array fiber mat, or various foams. Filter tubes (38) have various structural configurations and are regenerated by axial propagation using ring heaters or stub rod heaters, by heating the entire length of the filter tube (38) with a rod heater or some other full-length heater configuration. For regeneration, exhaust flow is bypassed using various valve configurations including a poppet valve (128), a shutter valve, or a tubular valve. Filter tube (38) filters may also be self-regenerated by the heat from the exhaust gases as controlled by a throttle valve or on inclusion of fuel additives which lower particulate ignition temperature.
Abstract:
An air cleaner and preferred components for an air cleaner are provided. In one arrangement, the air cleaner includes a band or cassette component, configured for removably receiving a z-filter media pack therein, during use. In another arrangement, the band is permanently mounted of the media pack. Air cleaner arrangements configured for use of the cassette or band therewith included an arrangement with a central housing section for receipt of the main filter cartridge and cassette, and which has thereon a mounting arrangement with 3 mountable sides. Preferred precleaner arrangements and outlet tube arrangements can be secured to the center housing section.
Abstract:
Filter arrangements include a barrier media, usually pleated, treated with a deposit of fine fibers. The media is particularly advantageous at high temperature (greater than 140 DEG F) systems. Such systems may include engine systems and fluid compressor systems. Filter arrangements may take the form of tubular, radially sealing elements; tubular, axial sealing elements; forward flow air cleaners; reverse flow air cleaners; and panel filters.