Bi-functional module for internal combustion engine of motor vehicle, has gas-oil separator and empty tank integrated in single structural unit, where gas-oil separator and tank have common boundary wall

摘要

#CMT# #/CMT# The module (1) has a gas-oil separator (3) and an empty tank (4) integrated in a single structural unit, where the gas-oil separator and tank have a common boundary wall (5). The empty tank is in the form of an open shell (6) defining a volume and closed by the wall for forming a closed hollow volume (7). A cap (11) closes an upper opening of the separator and integrates a conduit portion and gas exhaust/pressure regulation unit of the separator. The separator and the tank are made of thermoplastic material. #CMT#USE : #/CMT# Used for being installed in an engine compartment or a support integrated to a chassis in an internal combustion engine of a motor vehicle (claimed). #CMT#ADVANTAGE : #/CMT# The gas-oil separator and empty tank are integrated in the single structural unit, thus preventing the connection between the separator and tank, and hence reducing the encumbrance and cost of the module. The bi-functional module wall therefore permits to optimize the occupation of the space in the engine compartment. #CMT#DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS : #/CMT# The drawing shows a vertical sectional view of a bi-functional module. 1 : Bi-functional module 3 : Gas-oil separator 4 : Empty tank 5 : Boundary wall 6 : Shell 7 : Closed hollow volume 11 : Cap.