Patent ID: 7779822
Filing Date: 2010-08-24
Classification: F02M

Abstract:
1. A method of forming at least one resonator within an intake assembly including a housing having a wall with a plurality of stiffening ribs formed thereon, wherein the plurality of stiffening ribs on the wall of the housing are arranged in a generally cross-wise arrangement to form a waffle pattern, wherein the plurality of stiffening ribs on the wall of the housing partially define at least one cavity on the wall opposite an inlet passage defined by the housing through which intake air passes, the method comprising: forming at least one orifice in the housing, wherein said orifice is operable to provide communication between the inlet passage and the at least one cavity; mounting a generally flat plate to the plurality of stiffening ribs to further define the at least one cavity; forming at least one resonator with cooperation of the at least one orifice and the at least one cavity; and sealing said generally flat plate to the housing.