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Components :
a) Closed Coupled Catalytic Converter :
The Close Coupled Catalytic Converter is a critical
element of the system used to reduce vehicle
exhaust emissions. The catalytically active
element within the converter lowers the activation
energy needed to selectively transform harmful
combustion products into less harmful gases. The
catalyst becomes active when it reaches a
threshold temperature.
Close coupled Catalytic Converter is physically
positioned very close to the engine exhaust ports
to enable quicker light-off. It also enables flushing
out of the carbon particles present in the Catalytic
Converter.
Benefits :
Positioned close to the engine exhaust ports
for fast light-off and reduced cold start
emissions
Robust construction offers excellent durability.
Internally insulated construction design enables
improved durability, reduced heat rejection and
lower noise.
b) Silencer :
The function of silencer is to reduce exhaust
noise. The silencers are divided into three main
groups.
i.
Pre-silencer :
ii.
Main silencer :
iii.
Post silencer :
The main function of the silencer is to reduce the
amount of noise emitted by the engine exhaust
gases flow. It typically makes use of the change in
the cross sectional area which can be made as a
chamber to filter or reduce the sound waves which
the engine produces.
The silencer is typically installed along the
exhaust pipe as part of the exhaust system of the
engine. It has a resonating chamber, which is
specifically designed such that opposite sound
waves collide to cancel each other out.
c) Exhaust Manifold :
The exhaust manifold has a precisely machined
hole through which the exhaust gases are tapped
out.




