Patent ID: 8726892
Filing Date: 2014-05-20
Classification: F01M,F02D,F02M,Y02T

Abstract:
1. A system for combusting internal combustion engine crankcase gases, comprising: an engine comprising a crankcase, an intake manifold, and a duct connecting the crankcase to the intake manifold; a canister comprising hydrocarbon storage media, the canister located along a length of the duct, in communication with the duct, and between the crankcase and the intake manifold; and an electrically adjustable valve capable of regulating flow of gases from the canister to the intake manifold, the valve located between the canister and the intake manifold or between the crankcase and the canister, a position of the valve being adjusted by a controller to regulate flow of crankcase gases into the canister, the controller regulating flow of air through the canister and through a throttle in response to an engine torque request.