Method for In-Cylinder Catalytic Oxidation of Hydrocarbons in Direct Injected Spark Ignition Engines

Abstract

Hydrocarbon emissions from direct injected spark ignition engines are reduced as a result of post-flame oxidation by a catalytic material deposited on the top of a piston disposed in the engine.

Patent Number
6,240,912
Date Of Issue
Inventors

Rudolph H. Stanglmaier; Charles E. Roberts