Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)

GPTKB entity

Statements (23)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf emissions control technology
gptkbp:abbreviation gptkb:EGR
gptkbp:alternativeTo selective catalytic reduction
gptkbp:cause carbon buildup
engine knocking reduction
gptkbp:component gptkb:EGR_valve
gptkbp:controlledBy gptkb:engine_control_unit_(ECU)
gptkbp:effect lowers combustion temperature
reduces engine efficiency slightly
gptkbp:function recirculates portion of exhaust gas to engine cylinders
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
gptkbp:introducedIn 1970s
gptkbp:purpose reduce nitrogen oxide emissions
gptkbp:regulates emissions standards
gptkbp:relatedTo emissions control
NOx emissions
gptkbp:type external EGR
internal EGR
gptkbp:usedIn diesel engines
internal combustion engines
gasoline engines
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Volvo_D13
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8