Abstract

A method for testing a heat transfer fluid based on a charged wire test (CWT) includes applying and measuring discharge current through a test circuit formed when a cathode and an anode are at least partially immersed in the heat transfer fluid in a container and a voltmeter coupled to the cathode and the anode is turned on during the CWT. The method includes measuring temperature of the heat transfer fluid during the CWT, determining a current profile based on the measured discharge current, and determining a temperature profile based on the measured temperature. The method includes determining a pass/fail status and/or a rank status of the heat transfer fluid based on pass/fail criteria based on the current profile and the temperature profile during an entire duration of the CWT.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 21/88 - Investigating the presence of flaws, defects or contamination
• G01N 25/48 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating the development of heat, i.e. calorimetry, e.g. by measuring specific heat, by measuring thermal conductivity on solution, sorption, or a chemical reaction not involving combustion or catalytic oxidation
• G01N 27/18 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of electric, electrochemical, or magnetic means by investigating impedance by investigating resistance of an electrically-heated body in dependence upon change of temperature caused by changes in the thermal conductivity of a surrounding material to be tested

Abstract

A procedure for hydrogenation of alpha methyl styrene dimer with a Nickel on silica catalysts that is scalable, economical, and safe is provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07C 5/10 - Preparation of hydrocarbons from hydrocarbons containing the same number of carbon atoms by hydrogenation of aromatic six-membered rings

Abstract

Heat transfer fluids were formulated with a neat solution of a synthetic ester base stock. A base stock prepared with a neat ester according to the invention has similar performance characteristics to commercially available heat transfer fluids.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09K 5/20 - Antifreeze additives therefor, e.g. for radiator liquids
• C07C 69/24 - Esters of acyclic saturated monocarboxylic acids having the carboxyl group bound to an acyclic carbon atom or to hydrogen having three or more carbon atoms in the acid moiety esterified with monohydroxylic compounds
• C07C 69/28 - Esters of acyclic saturated monocarboxylic acids having the carboxyl group bound to an acyclic carbon atom or to hydrogen having three or more carbon atoms in the acid moiety esterified with dihydroxylic compounds
• C07C 69/42 - Glutaric acid esters
• C07C 69/44 - Adipic acid esters
• C07C 69/704 - Citric acid esters
• C10M 105/34 - Esters of monocarboxylic acids
• C10M 105/36 - Esters of polycarboxylic acids
• C10M 105/40 - Esters containing free hydroxy or carboxyl groups
• C10N 30/02 - Pour-pointViscosity index
• C10N 40/25 - Internal-combustion engines
• F01P 3/00 - Liquid cooling

Abstract

An electric vehicle lubricant formulation is provided that includes: a Group Il to V base oils, an oxidation inhibitor, and an anti-wear or extreme pressure additive. This formulation provides superior copper corrosion and extreme pressure at high temperatures and have an extremely low electrical conductivity and used oil foam than commercially available products.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives
• C10M 133/30 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the additive being an organic non-macromolecular compound containing nitrogen having a carbon chain of less than 30 atoms containing a nitrogen-to-oxygen bond
• C10M 137/04 - Phosphate esters
• C10M 141/10 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the additive being a mixture of two or more compounds covered by more than one of the main groups , each of these compounds being essential at least one of them being an organic phosphorus-containing compound
• C10N 30/00 - Specified physical or chemical property which is improved by the additive characterising the lubricating composition, e.g. multifunctional additives
• C10N 30/06 - OilinessFilm-strengthAnti-wearResistance to extreme pressure
• C10N 30/10 - Inhibition of oxidation, e.g. anti-oxidants
• C10N 40/00 - Specified use or application for which the lubricating composition is intended

Abstract

A motor oil change system includes refillable motor oil containers and one or more motor oil refill systems. Each of the one or more oil refill systems includes a user interface configured to receive data that allows for determination of a type and an amount of motor oil for a refill. The motor oil change system further includes a dispenser configured to dispense the motor oil into one of the refillable motor oil containers based on the determination.

IPC Classes  ?

• B67D 7/04 - Apparatus or devices for transferring liquids from bulk storage containers or reservoirs into vehicles or into portable containers, e.g. for retail sale purposes for transferring fuels, lubricants or mixed fuels and lubricants
• B67D 7/14 - Arrangements of devices for controlling, indicating, metering or registering quantity or price of liquid transferred responsive to input of recorded programmed information, e.g. on punched cards
• G06Q 10/30 - Administration of product recycling or disposal
• G06Q 30/0208 - Trade or exchange of goods or services in exchange for incentives or rewards

Abstract

A foaming cleaner includes a composition that includes water about 50 wt. % to about 60 wt. %, a solvent about 20 wt. % to about 50 wt. %, a surfactant about 0.5 wt. % to about 2.5 wt. %, and a pH and corrosion control agent comprising 30% ammonia solution about 1.25 wt. % to about 1.75 wt. %. The composition is configured to form a foam for cleaning an evaporator coil.

IPC Classes  ?

• F28G 9/00 - Cleaning by flushing or washing, e.g. with chemical solvents

Abstract

A two-phase structured lubricant includes a liquid component about 5% by weight (wt. %) to 95 wt. %, and a structural component about 5 wt. % to 95 wt. %. The structural component recrystallizes or solidifies around the liquid component.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 101/02 - Petroleum fractions
• C10N 30/06 - OilinessFilm-strengthAnti-wearResistance to extreme pressure
• C10N 40/00 - Specified use or application for which the lubricating composition is intended
• C10N 40/04 - Oil-bathGear-boxesAutomatic transmissionsTraction drives
• C10N 40/25 - Internal-combustion engines
• C10N 50/02 - Form in which the lubricant is applied to the material being lubricated dissolved or suspended in a carrier which subsequently evaporates to leave a lubricant coating

Abstract

A composition for use in cleaning metal components having Hansen Solubility Parameters for the composition of δD≥15, δP<6, and δH from about 5.5 to about 6.9. The composition includes a blend of organic solvents, none of which are classified as a volatile organic compound, a hazardous air pollutant, or a potential carcinogen, or exhibit a vapor pressure of less than 0.1 mmHg at 20° C. Further, the blend of organic solvents includes a halogenated aromatic solvent having one or more halide groups and from 6 to 8 carbon atoms, an organic solvent having one or more ester functional group and from 3 to 9 carbon atoms, and one or more of a linear or branched hydrocarbon solvent with 6-12 carbon atoms with a single polar moiety head group or a solvent containing one or more ketone functional groups and from 2 to 5 carbon atoms.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 11/00 - Special methods for preparing compositions containing mixtures of detergents
• C11D 7/50 - Solvents

Abstract

A lubricating grease for electric vehicle applications includes thickener 6% by weight (wt. %) to 12 wt. %, lubricating oil 57 wt. % to 92.98 wt. %, and surface-active ester 1 wt. % to 10 wt. %. The lubricating grease also includes additives including friction reducer and modifier 0.1 wt. % to 5 wt. %, anti-wear agent 0.1 wt. % to 5 wt. %, and a balance of extreme pressure agent, oxidation inhibitor, and corrosion inhibitor.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 169/00 - Lubricating compositions characterised by containing as components a mixture of at least two types of ingredient selected from base-materials, thickeners or additives, covered by the preceding groups, each of these compounds being essential
• C10M 101/00 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the base-material being a mineral or fatty oil
• C10M 117/00 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the thickener being a non-macromolecular carboxylic acid or salt thereof
• C10M 119/24 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the thickener being a macromolecular compound containing nitrogen
• C10M 145/16 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds containing monomers having an unsaturated radical bound to a carboxyl radical, e.g. acrylate polycarboxylic
• C10M 135/18 - Thio-acidsThiocyanatesDerivatives thereof having a carbon-to-sulfur double bond thiocarbamic type, e.g. containing the groups
• C10M 137/10 - Thio derivatives
• C10M 133/12 - Amines, e.g. polyalkylene polyaminesQuaternary amines having amino groups bound to a carbon atom of a six-membered aromatic ring
• C10M 135/10 - Sulfonic acids or derivatives thereof
• C10M 141/10 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the additive being a mixture of two or more compounds covered by more than one of the main groups , each of these compounds being essential at least one of them being an organic phosphorus-containing compound
• C10M 161/00 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the additive being a mixture of a macromolecular compound and a non-macromolecular compound, each of these compounds being essential

Abstract

Traction fluids comprising Formula I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII or a mixture thereof in combination with a base stock, a viscosity modifier, an anti-foaming agent, and an additive package.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 127/02 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the additive being a non-macromolecular hydrocarbon well-defined aliphatic
• C07C 9/22 - Acyclic saturated hydrocarbons with more than fifteen carbon atoms
• C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives
• C10N 20/02 - ViscosityViscosity index
• C10N 30/02 - Pour-pointViscosity index
• C10N 30/18 - Anti-foaming property
• C10N 40/04 - Oil-bathGear-boxesAutomatic transmissionsTraction drives

Abstract

A lubricant formulation for an electric or hybrid vehicle includes a base oil, or a blend thereof, one or more additives, and a molybdenum amine complex, such as diisotridecylamine molybdate, are provided. Lubricant formulations can be characterized by one of: improving electric motor protection when a voltage is applied to an electrode in the presence of a formulation comprising the diisotridecylamine molybdate additive as compared to a fluid lacking the diisotridecylamine molybdate additive; maintaining the electrical resistance slope of a formulation comprising the diisotridecylamine molybdate additive as compared to a fluid lacking the diisotridecylamine molybdate additive; the formulation forming a protective film on copper surfaces; a change in color of the formulation indicating contact load, temperature, time, or viscosity change.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 135/18 - Thio-acidsThiocyanatesDerivatives thereof having a carbon-to-sulfur double bond thiocarbamic type, e.g. containing the groups
• C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives
• C10N 10/12 - Groups 6 or 16
• C10N 30/10 - Inhibition of oxidation, e.g. anti-oxidants
• C10N 30/20 - Colour, e.g. dyes
• C10N 40/04 - Oil-bathGear-boxesAutomatic transmissionsTraction drives
• C10N 40/14 - Electric or magnetic purposes

Abstract

A foaming cleaner includes a composition that includes water about 50 wt. % to about 60 wt. %, a solvent about 20 wt. % to about 50 wt. %, a surfactant about 0.5 wt. % to about 2.5 wt. %, and a pH and corrosion control agent comprising 30% ammonia solution about 1.25 wt. % to about 1.75 wt. %. The composition is configured to form a foam for cleaning an evaporator coil.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 1/72 - Ethers of polyoxyalkylene glycols
• C11D 1/14 - Sulfonic acids or sulfuric acid estersSalts thereof derived from aliphatic hydrocarbons or mono-alcohols
• C11D 1/22 - Sulfonic acids or sulfuric acid estersSalts thereof derived from aromatic compounds
• C11D 1/722 - Ethers of polyoxyalkylenes having mixed oxyalkylene groups
• C11D 1/75 - Amino oxides
• C11D 3/04 - Water-soluble compounds
• C11D 3/20 - Organic compounds containing oxygen
• C11D 3/30 - AminesSubstituted amines
• C11D 3/43 - Solvents
• F28G 9/00 - Cleaning by flushing or washing, e.g. with chemical solvents

Abstract

New ashless TBN molecules are synthesized, and lubricant compositions containing them, boost the total base number. The lubricant compositions further tested for ASTM D6594 copper corrosion test meets ASTM limits.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 133/44 - Five-membered ring containing nitrogen and carbon only
• C10M 133/40 - Six-membered ring containing nitrogen and carbon only
• C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives
• C10M 101/00 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the base-material being a mineral or fatty oil
• C10M 107/00 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the base-material being a macromolecular compound
• C10N 40/25 - Internal-combustion engines
• C10N 30/00 - Specified physical or chemical property which is improved by the additive characterising the lubricating composition, e.g. multifunctional additives
• C10N 20/02 - ViscosityViscosity index

Abstract

New ashless TBN molecules are synthesized, and lubricant compositions containing them, boost the total base number. The lubricant compositions further tested for ASTM D6594 copper corrosion test meets ASTM limits.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 133/40 - Six-membered ring containing nitrogen and carbon only
• C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives
• C10M 101/00 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the base-material being a mineral or fatty oil
• C10M 107/00 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the base-material being a macromolecular compound
• C10N 40/25 - Internal-combustion engines
• C10N 30/00 - Specified physical or chemical property which is improved by the additive characterising the lubricating composition, e.g. multifunctional additives
• C10N 20/02 - ViscosityViscosity index

Abstract

H from about 5.5 to about 6.9. The composition includes a blend of organic solvents, none of which are classified as a volatile organic compound, a hazardous air pollutant, or a potential carcinogen, or exhibit a vapor pressure of less than 0.1 mmHg at 20° C. Further, the blend of organic solvents includes a halogenated aromatic solvent having one or more halide groups and from 6 to 8 carbon atoms, an organic solvent having one or more ester functional group and from 3 to 9 carbon atoms, and one or more of a linear or branched hydrocarbon solvent with 6-12 carbon atoms with a single polar moiety head group or a solvent containing one or more ketone functional groups and from 2 to 5 carbon atoms.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 7/50 - Solvents
• C11D 11/00 - Special methods for preparing compositions containing mixtures of detergents

Abstract

Systems and methods are described for tracking information of an equipment including a telematics device configured to receive data from the equipment to determine a telematics information. The telematics information includes at least two of an equipment type, a location, a duration in the location, and miles travelled. A transmission device is configured to transmit the vehicle telematics information to at least one of a third party entity device, a government device and a mobile device.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06Q 50/06 - Energy or water supply
• G06Q 20/14 - Payment architectures specially adapted for billing systems
• G06Q 20/30 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices
• G07C 5/00 - Registering or indicating the working of vehicles
• G07C 5/08 - Registering or indicating performance data other than driving, working, idle, or waiting time, with or without registering driving, working, idle, or waiting time
• H04W 4/021 - Services related to particular areas, e.g. point of interest [POI] services, venue services or geofences
• H04W 4/38 - Services specially adapted for particular environments, situations or purposes for collecting sensor information
• H04W 4/44 - Services specially adapted for particular environments, situations or purposes for vehicles, e.g. vehicle-to-pedestrians [V2P] for communication between vehicles and infrastructures, e.g. vehicle-to-cloud [V2C] or vehicle-to-home [V2H]
• G06Q 40/12 - Accounting
• G06Q 50/30 - Transportation; Communications
• G06Q 20/08 - Payment architectures
• G06Q 50/26 - Government or public services
• G05D 1/00 - Control of position, course, altitude or attitude of land, water, air or space vehicles, e.g. using automatic pilots

Abstract

H from about 5.5 to about 6.9. The composition includes a blend of organic solvents, none of which are classified as a volatile organic compound, a hazardous air pollutant, or a potential carcinogen, or exhibit a vapor pressure of less than 0.1 mmHg at 20° C. Further, the blend of organic solvents includes a halogenated aromatic solvent having one or more halide groups and from 6 to 8 carbon atoms, an organic solvent having one or more ester functional group and from 3 to 9 carbon atoms, and one or more of a linear or branched hydrocarbon solvent with 6-12 carbon atoms with a single polar moiety head group or a solvent containing one or more ketone functional groups and from 2 to 5 carbon atoms.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 7/50 - Solvents
• C11D 11/00 - Special methods for preparing compositions containing mixtures of detergents

Abstract

New ashless TBN molecules are synthesized, and lubricant compositions containing them, boost the total base number. The lubricant compositions further tested for ASTM D6594 copper corrosion test meets ASTM limits.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 215/06 - Heterocyclic compounds containing quinoline or hydrogenated quinoline ring systems having no bond between the ring nitrogen atom and a non-ring member or having only hydrogen atoms or carbon atoms directly attached to the ring nitrogen atom with only hydrogen atoms or radicals containing only hydrogen and carbon atoms, directly attached to the ring carbon atoms having only hydrogen atoms, hydrocarbon or substituted hydrocarbon radicals, attached to the ring nitrogen atom
• C10M 133/40 - Six-membered ring containing nitrogen and carbon only
• C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives
• C10M 101/00 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the base-material being a mineral or fatty oil
• C10M 107/00 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the base-material being a macromolecular compound
• C10N 40/25 - Internal-combustion engines
• C10N 30/00 - Specified physical or chemical property which is improved by the additive characterising the lubricating composition, e.g. multifunctional additives
• C10N 20/02 - ViscosityViscosity index

Abstract

Novel friction reducing additives provide friction modification at a lower effective concentration when added to a motor oil base. A friction reducing motor oil composition may include motor oil base and a friction reducing additive having the structure of the general formula (I): 5.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 133/16 - AmidesImides
• C07C 233/91 - Carboxylic acid amides having nitrogen atoms of carboxamide groups further acylated with carbon atoms of the carboxamide groups bound to acyclic carbon atoms
• C10N 30/00 - Specified physical or chemical property which is improved by the additive characterising the lubricating composition, e.g. multifunctional additives
• C10N 40/25 - Internal-combustion engines
• C10N 30/02 - Pour-pointViscosity index
• C10N 30/04 - Detergent or dispersant property
• C10N 30/06 - OilinessFilm-strengthAnti-wearResistance to extreme pressure
• C10N 30/10 - Inhibition of oxidation, e.g. anti-oxidants
• C10N 30/12 - Inhibition of corrosion, e.g. anti-rust agents, anti-corrosives
• C10N 30/18 - Anti-foaming property

Abstract

A traction fluid comprising a blend of 2,3-dicyclohexyl-2,3-dimethylbutane (HAD) and 2,3-dicyclohexyl-2,3-dimethylbutane (iso-HAD) is found to have a lower viscosity at low temperatures when compared to a traction fluid having only HAD or only iso-HAD as a base fluid with no compromise to traction coefficient. The traction fluid may comprise additives. The traction fluid usually comprises HAD:isoHAD between about 8:1 to about 1:3. Further, the HAD:iso-HAD traction fluid blend is produced by a method of simultaneous co-production of hydrogenated HAD and hydrogenated iso-HAD from an alpha styrene dimer and an iso-HAD precursor with a yield of about 90% in a method that does not require a purification step.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07C 5/10 - Preparation of hydrocarbons from hydrocarbons containing the same number of carbon atoms by hydrogenation of aromatic six-membered rings
• G01N 30/92 - Construction of the plate
• B01D 15/10 - Selective adsorption, e.g. chromatography characterised by constructional or operational features
• C07C 7/12 - Purification, separation or stabilisation of hydrocarbonsUse of additives by adsorption, i.e. purification or separation of hydrocarbons with the aid of solids, e.g. with ion-exchangers
• C10M 105/02 - Well-defined hydrocarbons
• C10M 177/00 - Special methods of preparation of lubricating compositionsChemical modification by after-treatment of components or of the whole of a lubricating composition, not covered by other classes
• C10N 20/00 - Specified physical properties of component of lubricating compositions
• C10N 30/02 - Pour-pointViscosity index
• C10N 30/18 - Anti-foaming property
• C10N 40/04 - Oil-bathGear-boxesAutomatic transmissionsTraction drives
• C10N 70/00 - Special methods of preparation

Abstract

A lubricant formulation for an electric or hybrid vehicle includes a base oil, or a blend thereof, one or more additives, and a molybdenum amine complex, such as diisotridecylamine molybdate, are provided. Lubricant formulations can be characterized by one of: improving electric motor protection when a volatage is applied to an electrode in the presence of a formulation comprising the diisotridecylamine molybdate additive as compared to a fluid lacking the diisotridecylamine molybdate additive; maintaining the electrical resistance slope of a formulation comprising the diisotridecylamine molybdate additive as compared to a fluid lacking the diisotridecylamine molybdate additive; the formulation forming a protective film on copper surfaces; a change in color of the formulation indicating contact load, temperature, time, or viscosity change.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives
• C10N 30/20 - Colour, e.g. dyes
• C10N 10/12 - Groups 6 or 16
• C10N 40/04 - Oil-bathGear-boxesAutomatic transmissionsTraction drives

Abstract

A traction fluid comprising a blend of 2,3-dicyclohexyl-2,3-dimethylbutane (HAD) and 2,3-dicyclohexyl-2,3-dimethylbutane (iso-HAD) is found to have a lower viscosity at low temperatures when compared to a traction fluid having only HAD or only iso-HAD as a base fluid with no compromise to traction coefficient. The traction fluid may comprise additives. The traction fluid usually comprises HAD:isoHAD between about 8:1 to about 1:3. Further, the HAD:iso-HAD traction fluid blend is produced by a method of simultaneous co-production of hydrogenated HAD and hydrogenated iso-HAD from an alpha styrene dimer and an iso-HAD precursor with a yield of about 90% in a method that does not require a purification step.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 177/00 - Special methods of preparation of lubricating compositionsChemical modification by after-treatment of components or of the whole of a lubricating composition, not covered by other classes
• C07C 5/10 - Preparation of hydrocarbons from hydrocarbons containing the same number of carbon atoms by hydrogenation of aromatic six-membered rings
• C10N 20/00 - Specified physical properties of component of lubricating compositions
• C10N 30/02 - Pour-pointViscosity index
• C10N 30/18 - Anti-foaming property
• C10N 40/04 - Oil-bathGear-boxesAutomatic transmissionsTraction drives
• C10M 105/02 - Well-defined hydrocarbons
• C10N 70/00 - Special methods of preparation

Abstract

Systems and methods are described for tracking information of an equipment including a telematics device configured to receive data from the equipment to determine a telematics information. The telematics information includes at least two of an equipment type, a location, a duration in the location, and miles travelled. A transmission device is configured to transmit the vehicle telematics information to at least one of a third party entity device, a government device and a mobile device.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06Q 40/00 - FinanceInsuranceTax strategiesProcessing of corporate or income taxes
• G06Q 50/06 - Energy or water supply
• G06Q 50/30 - Transportation; Communications
• G06Q 20/08 - Payment architectures
• H04W 4/021 - Services related to particular areas, e.g. point of interest [POI] services, venue services or geofences
• H04W 4/44 - Services specially adapted for particular environments, situations or purposes for vehicles, e.g. vehicle-to-pedestrians [V2P] for communication between vehicles and infrastructures, e.g. vehicle-to-cloud [V2C] or vehicle-to-home [V2H]
• H04W 4/38 - Services specially adapted for particular environments, situations or purposes for collecting sensor information
• G07C 5/00 - Registering or indicating the working of vehicles
• G06Q 50/26 - Government or public services
• G05D 1/00 - Control of position, course, altitude or attitude of land, water, air or space vehicles, e.g. using automatic pilots

Abstract

Systems and methods are described for tracking information of an equipment including a telematics device configured to receive data from the equipment to determine a telematics information. The telematics information includes at least two of an equipment type, a location, a duration in the location, and miles travelled. A transmission device is configured to transmit the vehicle telematics information to at least one of a third party entity device, a government device and a mobile device.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04W 4/029 - Location-based management or tracking services
• H04W 4/021 - Services related to particular areas, e.g. point of interest [POI] services, venue services or geofences
• H04W 4/44 - Services specially adapted for particular environments, situations or purposes for vehicles, e.g. vehicle-to-pedestrians [V2P] for communication between vehicles and infrastructures, e.g. vehicle-to-cloud [V2C] or vehicle-to-home [V2H]
• G06Q 30/04 - Billing or invoicing
• G06Q 40/00 - FinanceInsuranceTax strategiesProcessing of corporate or income taxes
• G08G 1/00 - Traffic control systems for road vehicles

Abstract

Systems and methods are described for tracking information of an equipment including a telematics device configured to receive data from the equipment to determine a telematics information. The telematics information includes at least two of an equipment type, a location, a duration in the location, and miles traveled. A transmission device is configured to transmit the vehicle telematics information to at least one of a third party entity device, a government device and a mobile device.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04W 4/029 - Location-based management or tracking services
• H04W 4/021 - Services related to particular areas, e.g. point of interest [POI] services, venue services or geofences
• G06Q 30/04 - Billing or invoicing
• G06Q 40/00 - FinanceInsuranceTax strategiesProcessing of corporate or income taxes
• G08G 1/00 - Traffic control systems for road vehicles

Abstract

A cleaning composition is particularly suited for cleaning dirty intake valves. The cleaning composition includes a high solvency surfactant/solvent which has a Kb greater than 100 or polar Hansen solubility parameter greater than 6. The surfactant/solvent is combined with an organic carrier and a surfactant. A wetting agent may also be employed. The cleaning composition is added to the intake air as a mist as the engine is running.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 1/722 - Ethers of polyoxyalkylenes having mixed oxyalkylene groups
• C11D 11/00 - Special methods for preparing compositions containing mixtures of detergents
• C11D 3/20 - Organic compounds containing oxygen
• C11D 3/32 - AmidesSubstituted amides
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 1/835 - Mixtures of non-ionic with cationic compounds
• B08B 3/10 - Cleaning involving contact with liquid with additional treatment of the liquid or of the object being cleaned, e.g. by heat, by electricity or by vibration
• C11D 7/26 - Organic compounds containing oxygen
• C11D 7/32 - Organic compounds containing nitrogen
• C11D 7/50 - Solvents
• B08B 3/08 - Cleaning involving contact with liquid the liquid having chemical or dissolving effect
• B08B 9/027 - Cleaning the internal surfacesRemoval of blockages
• C11D 1/66 - Non-ionic compounds
• C11D 3/43 - Solvents
• F02B 77/04 - Cleaning of, preventing corrosion or erosion in, or preventing unwanted deposits in, combustion engines
• F02M 35/10 - Air intakesInduction systems
• C11D 1/52 - Carboxylic amides, alkylolamides or imides

Abstract

Traction fluid additive combination that is usable with any traction fluids base stock is provided. To optimize the traction, low temperature viscosity and shear stability performance, a combination of a polyisobutene and a polymethacrylate may be added to a base oil to obtain a traction fluid with good low temperature viscosity without degrading the shear strength properties of the fluid. To minimize foaming of the traction fluid, a combination of one, two, or more anti-foaming agents may be added to the fluid in addition to a standard additive package.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives
• C10M 143/06 - Lubricating composition characterised by the additive being a macromolecular hydrocarbon or such hydrocarbon modified by oxidation containing butene
• C10M 145/14 - AcrylateMethacrylate
• C10M 155/02 - Monomer containing silicon
• C10M 139/04 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the additive being an organic non-macromolecular compound containing atoms of elements not provided for in groups having a silicon-to-carbon bond, e.g. silanes
• C10M 129/00 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the additive being an organic non-macromolecular compound containing oxygen
• C10M 141/12 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the additive being a mixture of two or more compounds covered by more than one of the main groups , each of these compounds being essential at least one of them being an organic compound containing atoms of elements not provided for in groups
• C10M 157/10 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the additive being a mixture of two or more macromolecular compounds covered by more than one of the main groups , each of these compounds being essential at least one of them being a compound containing atoms of elements not provided for in groups
• C10M 105/06 - Well-defined hydrocarbons aromatic
• C10N 30/02 - Pour-pointViscosity index
• C10N 30/06 - OilinessFilm-strengthAnti-wearResistance to extreme pressure
• C10N 30/18 - Anti-foaming property
• C10N 30/00 - Specified physical or chemical property which is improved by the additive characterising the lubricating composition, e.g. multifunctional additives
• C10N 40/04 - Oil-bathGear-boxesAutomatic transmissionsTraction drives

Abstract

A procedure for hydrogenation of alpha dimethyl styrene dimer that is scalable, economical, and safe is provided. These processes routinely provide greater than a 98% yield and require no purification step. The methods of producing hydrogenated alpha dimethyl styrene dimer comprising adding to a reactor under nitrogen a catalyst comprising Ru/C or Rh/C and an alpha dimethyl styrene dimer to form a catalyst and alpha dimethyl styrene dimer reaction mixture. The reaction mixture is then heated under pressure until hydrogenation of the alpha dimethyl styrene dimer is complete. To recover the hydrogenated alpha dimethyl styrene dimer, the reaction mixture is filtered through a celite bed under nitrogen.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07C 5/10 - Preparation of hydrocarbons from hydrocarbons containing the same number of carbon atoms by hydrogenation of aromatic six-membered rings
• C07C 7/12 - Purification, separation or stabilisation of hydrocarbonsUse of additives by adsorption, i.e. purification or separation of hydrocarbons with the aid of solids, e.g. with ion-exchangers
• G01N 30/92 - Construction of the plate
• B01D 15/10 - Selective adsorption, e.g. chromatography characterised by constructional or operational features

Abstract

Systems and methods are described for predicting a remaining oil life in an engine of a vehicle. One or more parameters of the engine can be monitored over a period of time. A hot compartment temperature can be determined from the parameter. A condition of the oil can be determined based on the hot compartment temperature, and the condition of the oil can be displayed.

IPC Classes  ?

• F01M 11/00 - Component parts, details, or accessories, not provided for in, or of interest apart from, groups
• F01M 11/12 - Indicating devicesOther safety devices concerning lubricant level
• G01N 25/72 - Investigating presence of flaws
• G01N 33/28 - Oils
• G01F 23/00 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm
• G07C 5/00 - Registering or indicating the working of vehicles
• G01K 13/02 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes for measuring temperature of moving fluids or granular materials capable of flow
• F01M 11/10 - Indicating devicesOther safety devices

Abstract

A controlled pour bottle is disclosed which possesses a vent tube leading from the neck to an elevated shoulder. The vent tube inhibits the interruption of the flow of a poured fluid due to the ingestion of air back into the bottle by allowing the headspace to fill with air without ingesting air through the fluid flow as the bottle empties.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 25/38 - Devices for discharging contents
• B65D 47/32 - Closures with discharging devices other than pumps with means for venting
• B65D 1/02 - Bottles or similar containers with necks or like restricted apertures, designed for pouring contents
• B65D 47/12 - Closures with discharging devices other than pumps with pouring spouts or tubesClosures with discharging devices other than pumps with discharge nozzles or passages having removable closures
• B65D 25/28 - Handles

Abstract

A cleaning composition is particularly suited for cleaning dirty intake valves. The cleaning composition includes a high solvency surfactant/solvent which has a Kb greater than 100 or polar Hansen solubility parameter greater than 6. The surfactant/solvent is combined with a carrier such as water or an organic carrier and a surfactant. A wetting agent may also be employed. The cleaning composition is added to the intake air as a mist as the engine is running. Aqueous and non-aqueous versions are disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 1/66 - Non-ionic compounds
• C11D 3/32 - AmidesSubstituted amides
• C11D 11/00 - Special methods for preparing compositions containing mixtures of detergents
• B08B 3/08 - Cleaning involving contact with liquid the liquid having chemical or dissolving effect
• B08B 9/027 - Cleaning the internal surfacesRemoval of blockages
• C11D 3/43 - Solvents
• F02B 77/04 - Cleaning of, preventing corrosion or erosion in, or preventing unwanted deposits in, combustion engines
• F02M 35/10 - Air intakesInduction systems
• C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
• C11D 3/20 - Organic compounds containing oxygen

Abstract

A lubricant formulation which is effective to remove or prevent carbon deposits in internal combustion engines has a solvency as defined by aniline point from about 20 to about 115, a volatility (as measured by NOACK) of less than 15%, an oxidative stability (as measured by PDSC) of above 40 minutes and a base oil viscosity of above 2 and below 10 cSt. The lubricant formulation can be formed from a blend of Group III, IV and V lubricants, in particularly polyalphaolefins, alkylated naphthalenes and polar Group V base stocks such as polyol esters. The carbon deposits can be removed from the engine piston by simply running the engine with the lubricant for one required cycle, or can be used continuously in the engine to prevent buildup.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 111/00 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the base-material being a mixture of two or more compounds covered by more than one of the main groups , each of these compounds being essential
• C10M 111/04 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the base-material being a mixture of two or more compounds covered by more than one of the main groups , each of these compounds being essential at least one of them being a macromolecular organic compound
• C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives
• C10M 111/02 - Lubricating compositions characterised by the base-material being a mixture of two or more compounds covered by more than one of the main groups , each of these compounds being essential at least one of them being a non-macromolecular organic compound
• C10N 30/02 - Pour-pointViscosity index
• C10N 30/04 - Detergent or dispersant property
• C10N 30/10 - Inhibition of oxidation, e.g. anti-oxidants
• C10N 30/12 - Inhibition of corrosion, e.g. anti-rust agents, anti-corrosives
• C10N 30/18 - Anti-foaming property
• C10N 30/00 - Specified physical or chemical property which is improved by the additive characterising the lubricating composition, e.g. multifunctional additives
• C10N 40/25 - Internal-combustion engines

Abstract

A silicone modified lubricant includes a Group I, II, III, IV or V base oil in combination with a minor amount of a silicone oil. Further, the lubricant includes a dispersant such as a dispersant olefin copolymer which maintains the silicone oil dispersed in the base oil. The silicone oil reduces the surface tension of the lubricant thereby reducing power loss. Preferably the lubricant formation has a surface tension less than 28 mN/m, making it particularly suitable for dip lubrication systems.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives
• C10M 101/02 - Petroleum fractions
• C10M 155/02 - Monomer containing silicon
• C10M 143/00 - Lubricating composition characterised by the additive being a macromolecular hydrocarbon or such hydrocarbon modified by oxidation
• C10M 125/02 - CarbonGraphite
• F01M 9/06 - Dip or splash lubrication
• C10N 30/00 - Specified physical or chemical property which is improved by the additive characterising the lubricating composition, e.g. multifunctional additives
• C10N 20/00 - Specified physical properties of component of lubricating compositions
• C10N 20/02 - ViscosityViscosity index
• C10N 20/06 - Particles of special shape or size
• C10N 30/06 - OilinessFilm-strengthAnti-wearResistance to extreme pressure
• C10N 40/04 - Oil-bathGear-boxesAutomatic transmissionsTraction drives

Abstract

The invention relates to an engine coolant composition, and a method of increasing the operational life of a coolant composition in an engine, wherein an isononanoic acid is incorporated into the generally glycol based coolant fluid in place of nitrous acid or its salt to reduce pitting corrosion on iron containing surfaces, and one or more hydroxybenzoic acids are incorporated.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09K 5/20 - Antifreeze additives therefor, e.g. for radiator liquids
• C09K 5/10 - Liquid materials
• C23F 11/08 - Inhibiting corrosion of metallic material by applying inhibitors to the surface in danger of corrosion or adding them to the corrosive agent in other liquids
• C23F 11/12 - Oxygen-containing compounds

Abstract

A gear or engine oil or other type of lubricant, which effectively reduces churning losses in a dip lubrication system or any lubrication system where churning loss occur has a surface tension less than 28 mN/m and viscosity less than 400 mPa-sec at 25° C. (about 500 cSt at 25° C.). Formulations include Group I-IV base oil, in combination with an amount of silicone oil effective to decrease the surface tension of the oil, thereby reducing churning losses. When the base oil is prominently Group III, the coefficient of friction of the gear oil is also reduced.

IPC Classes  ?

• F01M 9/06 - Dip or splash lubrication
• C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives

Abstract

The invention relates to an engine coolant composition, and a method of increasing the operational life of a coolant composition in an engine, wherein an isononanoic acid is incorporated into the generally glycol based coolant fluid in place of nitrous acid or its salt to reduce pitting corrosion on iron containing surfaces.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09K 5/00 - Heat-transfer, heat-exchange or heat-storage materials, e.g. refrigerantsMaterials for the production of heat or cold by chemical reactions other than by combustion
• C09K 5/20 - Antifreeze additives therefor, e.g. for radiator liquids
• C09K 5/10 - Liquid materials
• C23F 11/12 - Oxygen-containing compounds
• C23F 11/08 - Inhibiting corrosion of metallic material by applying inhibitors to the surface in danger of corrosion or adding them to the corrosive agent in other liquids

Abstract

An engine coolant additive for use in combination with a major amount of a coolant liquid is described. The engine coolant additive has an alkaline pH, and includes a salt of a monobasic carboxylic acid compound, a salt of an azole compound, and from about 25 weight percent to about 35 weight percent water. The additive may optionally include a transition metal compound such as molybdenum-containing compounds to assist in corrosion inhibition.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09K 15/32 - Anti-oxidant compositionsCompositions inhibiting chemical change containing organic compounds containing boron, silicon, phosphorus, selenium, tellurium or a metal
• C09K 15/20 - Anti-oxidant compositionsCompositions inhibiting chemical change containing organic compounds containing nitrogen and oxygen
• C23F 11/18 - Inhibiting corrosion of metallic material by applying inhibitors to the surface in danger of corrosion or adding them to the corrosive agent in other liquids using inorganic inhibitors
• C23F 11/12 - Oxygen-containing compounds
• C09K 5/10 - Liquid materials
• C09K 5/20 - Antifreeze additives therefor, e.g. for radiator liquids
• C23F 11/14 - Nitrogen-containing compounds
• C23F 11/08 - Inhibiting corrosion of metallic material by applying inhibitors to the surface in danger of corrosion or adding them to the corrosive agent in other liquids
• C23F 11/10 - Inhibiting corrosion of metallic material by applying inhibitors to the surface in danger of corrosion or adding them to the corrosive agent in other liquids using organic inhibitors

Abstract

Energy loss in a dip lubrication system is reduced by reducing the immersion depth of the gear within a pool of oil. This can be accomplished by increasing the pressure within the dip lubrication system which effectively reduces the flow rate of the oil so that the oil remains separated from the oil pool for a longer period of time thereby reducing the oil level and the immersion depth of the gear within the oil pool. Alternately, this can be accomplished by substituting a higher density gas for air which has the same effect. In a third embodiment the immersed gear includes wind vanes that direct air against the oil pool creating a trough which effectively reduces the immersion depth of the gear within the oil pool.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16H 57/04 - Features relating to lubrication or cooling

Abstract

A hydrophobic coating has been made for use on interior pipe surfaces, exterior boat surfaces, and in many other applications, to reduce drag in fluid flow, thus providing an energy savings. The coating utilizes a blend of organic and/or inorganic polymers with hydrophobic nanoparticles of fumed silica and/or titania in a solvent. The coating solves the problem of poor resistance to UV light and/or abrasion found in previous coatings of similar nature. The coating of the present invention can be made to be translucent and nearly transparent whereas previous coatings of comparable hydrophobicity have all been white or opaque. The coating can be applied in a single application by an easy spraying method and the super hydrophobic property can be achieved by drying the film at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes. A preferred coating has good resistance to UV light and some resistance to abrasion. The hydrophobic drag reduction coating composition forms an almost clear, translucent film or coating on painted material, plastic, metal, glass, ceramic, fiberglass or polymer substrate. A preferred coating composition comprising an effective amount of a treated fumed silica in a solvent resulting in a coated surface providing a contact angle of at least 165 degrees as compared to water having a contact angle of from 10 to 15 degrees on a noncoated surface. The composition imparts a degree of hydrophobicity to a surface so that the surface will have a tilt angle of sliding of less than 2 degrees as compared to water on a noncoated surface having a tilt angle of sliding of 90 degrees or higher.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09K 3/00 - Materials not provided for elsewhere

Abstract

A method of testing and proving fuel efficiency improvements includes installing a telematic device in each of a first plurality of vehicles and a second plurality of vehicles. The telematic devices collect baseline fuel consumption data during a first time period and collect test fuel consumption data during a second time period. Between the first and second time periods, at least one operating parameter of the second plurality of vehicles is modified such that the baseline fuel consumption data and the test fuel consumption data can be analyzed to determine any fuel efficiency improvements caused by the modified operating parameter. To ensure reliable and statistically-significant results, each plurality of vehicles may include 15 vehicles and each time period may include 60 days.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06F 11/30 - Monitoring

Abstract

A coating composition and process for generating transparent, near-transparent, and semi-transparent super-hydrophobic coatings on surfaces having a contact angle of greater than 165 degrees. The composition comprises hydrophobic nanoparticles of silsesquioxanes containing adhesion promoter groups and low surface energy groups.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 9/36 - Organic compounds containing silicon

Abstract

2), or zinc oxide (ZnO), or combinations thereof. In one embodiment, the hydrophobic particles comprise fumed silica. The amount of hydrophobic particles is in the range of from about 0.3 wt. % to about 2 wt. %. In one embodiment, the effective amount of water is at least about 0.066 wt. %. The ratio of the amount of the solvent to the amount of the alcohol is slightly less than 100, and, in another embodiment, is at least about 50 to 50. A surface treated with the composition is characterized by a water contact angle of 115° or more, and more particularly 135° or more.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09D 1/00 - Coating compositions, e.g. paints, varnishes or lacquers, based on inorganic substances
• C09D 5/00 - Coating compositions, e.g. paints, varnishes or lacquers, characterised by their physical nature or the effects producedFilling pastes

Abstract

The present invention relates to a novel use of nanomaterials as a viscosity modifier and thermal conductivity improver for gear oil and other lubricating oil compositions. The gear oils of the instant invention have a higher viscosity index, higher shear stability, and improved thermal conductivity compared to currently available gear oils. The preferred nanoparticles also impart a reduction in the coefficient of friction, including reduced friction in the boundary lubrication regime. These properties are obtained by replacing part or all of the polymer thickener or viscosity index improver or some other part of the composition normally used in gear oils with nanomaterials of suitable shape, size, and composition.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 169/04 - Mixtures of base-materials and additives
• C10M 125/02 - CarbonGraphite

Abstract

The present invention utilizes simple dimethylsilicone fluids of the proper viscosity/molecular weight added to modify the low temperature properties of polycyclic hydrocarbons. One preferred embodiment of a polycyclic hydrocarbon is a perhydro dimer of alpha-methyl styrene. Addition of the dimethylsilicone fluid to the perhydo dimer of alpha-methyl styrene improves the low temperature performance without degrading the requisite low shear stress shear strength properties. Low viscosity dimethylsilicone lubricating fluids combined with polycyclic hydrocarbons are suitable for use in infinitely variable transmissions providing good low temperature flow properties and high shear strength at high temperature and low contact stress conditions.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09K 5/00 - Heat-transfer, heat-exchange or heat-storage materials, e.g. refrigerantsMaterials for the production of heat or cold by chemical reactions other than by combustion
• F16H 15/01 - Gearings for conveying rotary motion with variable gear ratio, or for reversing rotary motion, by friction between rotary members characterised by the use of a magnetisable powder or liquid as friction medium between the rotary members

Abstract

The present invention utilizes simple dimethylsilicone fluids of the proper viscosity/molecular weight distribution to modify the low temperature properties of cycloaliphatic hydrocarbon fluids. Addition of the dimethylsilicone fluid to cycloaliphatic fluids improves their low temperature performance without degrading the requisite elastohydrodynamic shear strength properties. Low viscosity dimethylsilicone lubricating fluids combined with cycloaliphatic hydrocarbon fluids are suitable for use in infinitely variable transmissions and other traction-drive transmission providing good low temperature flow properties and high elastohydrodynamic shear strength.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09K 5/00 - Heat-transfer, heat-exchange or heat-storage materials, e.g. refrigerantsMaterials for the production of heat or cold by chemical reactions other than by combustion
• F16H 15/01 - Gearings for conveying rotary motion with variable gear ratio, or for reversing rotary motion, by friction between rotary members characterised by the use of a magnetisable powder or liquid as friction medium between the rotary members

Abstract

The introduction of nanostructures in a liquid provides a means for changing the physical and/or chemical properties of the liquid. Improvements in heat transfer, electrical properties, viscosity, and lubricity can be realized upon dispersion of nanotubes in liquids. Stable dispersions of nanostructures are described and surfactants/dispersants are identified which can disperse nanostructures in petroleum liquid medium. The appropriate dispersant is chosen for the selected nanostructure material and the oil based medium and the dispersant is dissolved into the liquid medium to form a solution. The nanostructure is added to the dispersant containing the solution with agitation, ultrasonication, and/or combinations thereof. Nanostructures dispersed in a fluid form a nanofluid utilized as a shock absorber oil whereby the nanostructures serve to improve the viscosity index of the fluid or more particularly the shock absorber oil in the form of a lubricant additive.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10M 125/02 - CarbonGraphite