HOW THE EES PROCESS WORKS
The burning of diesel fuel in an engine is a process which has some major inefficiencies. In particular a significant amount of the fuel enters the exhaust system without being burned or benefiting the engine. These unburned exhaust gases are mostly complex hydrocarbons plus other pollutants.
Over the years the addition or subtraction of air has been a major factor in deciding how to get the most out of a particular engine in the most efficient manner. The ideal fuel to air ratio, while agreed upon by most, leaves out a major part of the process. Not considered normally is the fact that only a portion of the oxygen in the air goes from stable to a radical state. Only oxygen in the radical state can enter into the combustion/ burn process.
Research has shown that platinum in its pure state can dramatically increase the percentage of oxygen that goes into the required radical state. By introducing platinum into the combustion process of a diesel engine, it is possible to increase the percentage of the fuel burned in the engine significantly.
The most popular methods used to achieve this process are to coat parts of the combustion chamber with platinum, or to mix platinum with the fuel. These methods are not satisfactory for any extended term. Coating lacks durability over time and temperature and to replace the used catalyst is very difficult. Mixing the platinum in fuel is difficult as it must remain inert in the very fuel it is trying to affect until it reaches the temperature of combustion, and if left in a tank, must be remixed or turbulent to get even distribution.
There is an efficient and patented method where platinum is delivered into the engine in a pre-combustion condition through the air induction system. The primary benefit is the effect it has on the engine prior to the combustion process. Coming into the engine via the air intake system as an inert compound allows it not to be affected on most engines as it is transported to the combustion chamber. As the rising piston compresses the air and heats the chamber the platinum compound is transformed into pure platinum and a harmless salt byproduct that is consumed in the burning process.
This platinum is pure before the fuel even reaches the injector and begins to break down soot particles that line the various parts of the chamber. Soot is like sandpaper in that it creates friction, accelerates wear, and generates excessive heat. Eliminating the soot makes the engine far more efficient and extends its life. Lubricating oils are also more effective as they are not contaminated nearly as quickly. These actions are unique and predictable.
As the engine becomes cleaner, the platinum begins working on the fuel. Diesel fuel is made of simple and complex hydrocarbons. The simple hydrocarbons burn easily and at somewhat lower temperatures. The more complex hydrocarbons generally require a higher temperature to burn and, therefore, become a part of the exhaust. Platinum’s reaction to the hydrocarbons in the fuel break some of the more complex chains into simple chains making them more burnable. The secondary process of this catalytic reaction is to create oxygen radicals which also increase the percentage of fuel burned.
In a diesel engine fuel begins burning in the combustion stroke. There is a considerable amount of burning still taking place during the exhaust stroke and, if not properly treated, continues out the exhaust and into the environment. When more of the fuel is burned in the combustion stroke, less is burned in the exhaust stroke. Less fuel is required to do the same amount of work.
Fuel burning in the exhaust stroke expands and pushes against the piston that is trying to expel everything in the chamber. This creates an engine vibration that is harmful and noisy. Unfortunately, it occurs in all diesel engines. Lessening the effect adds life and efficiency to any engine. It also lowers the exhaust temperature which is the culprit in creating the Nitrous Oxides that are so harmful to our lungs. The lower the temperature of the exhaust and the lower the expulsion of hydrocarbons, the less ozone is created at ground level. These gases are normally discharged at the same level home and automobile ventilation systems collect their air and therefore the health factors are huge.
The systems provided by EcoEmissions Systems also add other inherent components that have a positive effect on the odor of the diesel exhaust and further reduce the Nitrous Oxides.
Finally, the most noticeable effect is the reduction of black smoke from the air. This unburned particulate matter is the cause of smog and odor and affects everything that lives. In a society trying to leave a better environment for future use, this is one of the most basic ways of doing so.
The most interesting aspect of this system is that it basically costs nothing. It saves more in fuel costs than it costs to use, and the byproduct is an engine that lives longer, runs quieter, and an environment that is certainly healthier in which to live for us and our children.