Coatings For Engine And Powertrain Components To Prevent Buildup Of Deposits
AssigneeBASF SE
InventorsWieland Koban, Dirk A. Großschmidt, Michael P. Galligan, Christopher R. Castellano, Alexander Gorel, Kenneth E. Voss
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Abstract
Provided are methods and components related to preventing hydrocarbon residue buildup in engine components. Prevention is achieved using a coating of a mixed metal oxide. The mixed metal oxide comprises a mixture of at least two of Gd, Al, Ti, Ce, Pr, La, Y, Nd, and Mn. The coating can also contain amounts of precious metals, eg. Pt, Pd, Rh and/or Au.
Claims17
An article comprising:
- a. an engine or powertrain component;
- b. a coating applied to the engine or powertrain component, the coating comprising a mixed metal oxide, the mixed metal oxide comprising Ce, Pr, Al, Zr and La.
A method of preventing hydrocarbon deposit buildup on engine or powertrain components, the method comprising applying a coating on an engine or powertrain component, the coating comprising a mixed metal oxide, the mixed metal oxide comprising at least two metals selected from the group consisting of Gd, Al, Ti, Ce, Pr, La, Y, Nd, Mn, Zr and combinations thereof.
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