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NO.sub.x catalyst and method of suppressing sulfate formation in an exhaust purification system

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OSTI ID:909714
The activity and durability of a zeolite lean-burn NOx catalyst can be increased by loading metal cations on the outer surface of the zeolite. However, the metal loadings can also oxidize sulfur dioxide to cause sulfate formation in the exhaust. The present invention is a method of suppressing sulfate formation in an exhaust purification system including a NO.sub.x catalyst. The NO.sub.x catalyst includes a zeolite loaded with at least one metal. The metal is selected from among an alkali metal, an alkaline earth metal, a lanthanide metal, a noble metal, and a transition metal. In order to suppress sulfate formation, at least a portion of the loaded metal is complexed with at least one of sulfate, phosphate, and carbonate.
Research Organization:
Caterpillar Inc. (Peoria, IL)
Sponsoring Organization:
United States Department of Energy
DOE Contract Number:
FC05-97OR22579
Assignee:
Caterpillar Inc. (Peoria, IL)
Patent Number(s):
7,235,221
Application Number:
11/474,584
OSTI ID:
909714
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English