Catalyst module overheating detection and methods of response
AssigneeKawasaki Jukogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
InventorsAjay Joshi, David Yee
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Abstract
According to one aspect, a method of detecting catalyst module overheating in a catalytic combustion system is provided. In one example, the method includes detecting one or more signals from at least one probe adapted to obtain values associated with at least one of the outlet gas temperature of a catalyst module and the outlet face temperature of the catalyst module included in a catalytic combustor. The one or more signals are compared with a preselected value associated with catalyst overheating. The detected temperature may be detected over time to determine a rate of change in the temperature. The temperature may be detected with a UV sensor directed to the catalyst outlet face.
Claims13
A method for detecting catalyst module overheating in a catalytic combustion system comprising the acts of:
- detecting one or more signals from at least one probe adapted to obtain values associated with at least one of an outlet gas temperature of a catalyst and an outlet face temperature of the catalyst included in a catalytic combustor;
- comparing the one or more signals with a value associated with catalyst overheating;
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- determining an inlet temperature of the catalyst, wherein the catalyst inlet temperature is substantially constant when determining the temperature associated with at least one of the outlet gas temperature of the catalyst and the outlet face temperature of the catalyst.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.