Gas separation – Combined or convertible – In motor vehicle
Reexamination Certificate
2008-07-02
2010-11-16
Smith, Duane (Department: 1797)
Gas separation
Combined or convertible
In motor vehicle
C188S21800R
Reexamination Certificate
active
07833302
ABSTRACT:
Systems and methods for capturing pollutants from braking mechanisms are provided. The systems can include a pollution trap attached to a brake assembly, where the pollution trap can comprise an absorbent pad, filter, or membrane. The pollution trap can be positioned near a braking mechanism, for example, between a portion of the braking mechanism and a portion of a wheel, to collect pollutants including brake dust. The pollution trap can also be positioned on the wheel in various embodiments. The material used in the pollution trap can also be used to form gloves, cloths, sponges or wipes for cleaning brake dust.
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3K Technologies, Inc.
Krietzman Mark
Luce Forward Hamilton & Scripps LLP
Pham Minh-Chau
Smith Duane
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