Abstract: The present invention is directed to a filter cleaning device, in particular, diesel particulate filters. In one embodiment, the device includes a source of high pressure fluid and a mechanism transport the fluid to a nozzle or nozzles; an actuator for moving the nozzles; a controller with logic for instructing the actuator to automatically move the nozzle or nozzles across the surface of the filter; a collection device and suction device downstream of the filter; and ducting to transport the fluid between parts of the system. In one embodiment, a second collection device is used downstream of the suction device to provide additional particulate removal. There are three methods proposed for providing high pressure cleaning fluid to the filter face: 1) rotating the filter and rotating the jet about an axis outside of the filter; 2) moving a nozzle in two perpendicular directions (i.e., x-y); and 3) rotating a radial nozzle about the central axis of the filter.

Abstract: A collision avoidance system for snowmobiles includes an array of sensors positioned on a front side of the snowmobile for detecting the presence and location of an approaching obstacle. The sensors include both heat sensors and speed sensors. A control unit is provided for processing signals received from the sensors and outputting audio signals indicative of the detected location of the approaching obstacle. A wireless transmitter transmits the audio signals to a receiver and speaker system contained in a headset or helmet. The speaker system includes left and right speakers contained in the headset or helmet which are adapted to be positioned near or within the driver's left and right ears and provide audible warnings to the driver. The control unit varies a loudness of the audible warnings in the left and right speakers to indicate a direction from which the detected obstacle is approaching.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a filter cleaning device, in particular, diesel particulate filters. In one embodiment, the device comprises a source of high pressure fluid and means to transport the fluid to a nozzle or nozzles; an actuator for moving the nozzles; a controller with logic for instructing the actuator to automatically move the nozzle or nozzles across the surface of the filter; a collection device and suction device downstream of the filter; and ducting to transport the fluid between parts of the system. In one embodiment, a second collection device is used downstream of the suction device to provide additional particulate removal. There are three methods proposed for providing high pressure cleaning fluid to the filter face: 1) rotating the filter and rotating the jet about an axis outside of the filter; 2) moving a nozzle in two perpendicular directions (i.e., x-y); and 3) rotating a rectangular nozzle about the central axis of the filter.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for mounting a device to a pipe. The apparatus is particularly useful for the installation and/or replacement of retrofit sensors and injectors to the piping of engine exhaust systems and emission control systems, and is designed to be used on pipes of different dimensions.

Abstract: A fluid-cooled mount for an injector; suitable, for example, for mounting an automotive fuel injector on a combustion exhaust system to inject an NOx reducing fluid into the exhaust system.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a filter cleaning device, in particular, diesel particulate filters. In one embodiment, the device comprises a source of high pressure fluid and means to transport the fluid to a nozzle or nozzles; an actuator for moving the nozzles; a controller with logic for instructing the actuator to automatically move the nozzle or nozzles across the surface of the filter; a collection device and suction device downstream of the filter; and ducting to transport the fluid between parts of the system. In one embodiment, a second collection device is used downstream of the suction device to provide additional particulate removal. There are three methods proposed for providing high pressure cleaning fluid to the filter face: 1) rotating the filter and rotating the jet about an axis outside of the filter; 2) moving a nozzle in two perpendicular directions (i.e., x-y); and 3) rotating a rectangular nozzle about the central axis of the filter.

Abstract: A clamped pipe joint where at least one pipe has a joining end forming an expanded section of the pipe and a partially inwardly facing flare, and a clamp having a radially inwardly facing concave groove urging the pipes into sealing contact by radial compression of the clamp. The joint may be readily made and disassembled; requires no welding; and is particularly adaptable to large diameter, thin wall pipes formed from sheet metal, such as pipes forming the housings of components of internal combustion engine exhaust systems. Methods to make the joints, and pipes adapted to form the joints.

Abstract: A fluid-cooled mount for an injector; suitable, for example, for mounting an automotive fuel injector on a combustion exhaust system to inject an NOx reducing fluid into the exhaust system.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for mounting a device to a pipe. The apparatus is particularly useful for the installation and/or replacement of retrofit sensors and injectors to the piping of engine exhaust systems and emission control systems, and is designed to be used on pipes of different dimensions.