Fuel tank having improved thermal stability

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2008-03-12

2009-10-13

Moulis, Thomas N (Department: 3747)

Internal-combustion engines

Charge forming device

Fuel flow regulation between the pump and the charge-forming...

C220S562000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07600506

ABSTRACT:
A fuel tank has phase change material located within its interior and in a heat transferring relationship with the contents of the tank. Thermal energy is transferred from the contents of the tank to the phase change material (PCM) when tank temperatures increase to the phase transition temperature (PTT) of the PCM. The PCM then transforms from solid to liquid to absorb substantial thermal energy and thereby helps to reduce vapor emissions. PCM also can be applied to the exterior of the tank. The fuel tank is particularly useful in automotive applications and also can be used in boats, motorcycles, and smaller powered equipment.

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