Acoustics – Sound-modifying means – Muffler – fluid conducting type
Patent
1993-03-02
1995-06-20
Gellner, M. L.
Acoustics
Sound-modifying means
Muffler, fluid conducting type
181258, 181264, F01N 702
Patent
active
054262690
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for modifying an exhaust stream of a diesel engine is provided. The apparatus includes a muffler arrangement having an exhaust inlet and an exhaust outlet in construct and arrange for sound attenuation therein. The apparatus also includes a catalytic converter arrangement positioned within the muffler arrangement. During operation, the exhaust flow is directed both through the muffler arrangement and the catalytic converter arrangement, to advantage.
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Barris Marty A.
Betts Peter A.
Flemming Douglas E.
Rothman James C.
Wagner Wayne M.
Donaldson & Company, Inc.
Gellner M. L.
Lee Eddie C.
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