Internal-combustion engines – Charge forming device – Crankcase vapor used with combustible mixture
Reexamination Certificate
2005-08-22
2008-10-28
McMahon, M. (Department: 3747)
Internal-combustion engines
Charge forming device
Crankcase vapor used with combustible mixture
C123S184210
Reexamination Certificate
active
07441551
ABSTRACT:
An intake manifold is disclosed. The intake manifold includes a first chamber in fluid communication with a PCV line and disposed generally upstream of a second chamber. The chambers are designed to provide a long flow path for the moisture laden PCV gas and to help reduce the introduction of moisture or fluids into the second chamber. This helps to prevent the ingestion of moisture or fluids by the combustion chambers of engine. An optional fluid blocker can also be used to trap fluids and help prevent those fluids from entering a cylinder port.
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Aoki Takeshi
DeLeon Marcos J.
Lewis Joel K.
Shattuck Jared S.
Yuichiro Tanabe
Honda Motor Co. Ltd.
McMahon M.
Plumsea Law Group LLC
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