Reformer Enhanced Direct Injection Methanol Engines

Turbocharged or supercharged spark ignition engine. The engine includes a source of methanol for direct injection of methanol into the engine and for delivering a portion of the methanol to a reformer for generating a hydrogen-rich gas.

Departments: MIT Energy Initiative, Plasma Science and Fusion Center
Technology Areas: Energy & Distribution: Distribution, Energy Storage
Impact Areas: Sustainable Future

  • fuel management system for very high efficiency flex fuel engines powered by methanol and gasoline
    United States of America | Granted | 8,677,949
  • reformer enhanced alcohol engine
    United States of America | Granted | 9,353,678

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