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Evaporative emission control device

Patent ·
OSTI ID:6077522
In an engine with an evaporative emission control system, a main fuel vapor storage canister is vented to a secondary fuel vapor storage canister disposed so as to capture fuel vapor discharged from the main canister and to receive air heated by a heat stove on the engine whereby fuel vapor within the secondary canister can be completely and rapidly purged during engine operation.
Assignee:
General Motors Corp
Patent Number(s):
US 4280466
OSTI ID:
6077522
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English