DE10013589A1 - Car fuel tank with venting line has insert in venting line which leaves free passage cross section in normal conditions but closes it on contact with liquid fuel - Google Patents

Car fuel tank with venting line has insert in venting line which leaves free passage cross section in normal conditions but closes it on contact with liquid fuel

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DE10013589A1
DE10013589A1 DE2000113589 DE10013589A DE10013589A1 DE 10013589 A1 DE10013589 A1 DE 10013589A1 DE 2000113589 DE2000113589 DE 2000113589 DE 10013589 A DE10013589 A DE 10013589A DE 10013589 A1 DE10013589 A1 DE 10013589A1
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Manfred Bigalke
Juergen Greil
Walter Haupt
Franz-Josef Henkel-Adam
Gunther Herr
Stefan Lohwasser
Richard Schuller
Ottmar Stiegler
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Bayerische Motoren Werke AG
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    • BPERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B60VEHICLES IN GENERAL
    • B60KARRANGEMENT OR MOUNTING OF PROPULSION UNITS OR OF TRANSMISSIONS IN VEHICLES; ARRANGEMENT OR MOUNTING OF PLURAL DIVERSE PRIME-MOVERS IN VEHICLES; AUXILIARY DRIVES FOR VEHICLES; INSTRUMENTATION OR DASHBOARDS FOR VEHICLES; ARRANGEMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH COOLING, AIR INTAKE, GAS EXHAUST OR FUEL SUPPLY OF PROPULSION UNITS IN VEHICLES
    • B60K15/00Arrangement in connection with fuel supply of combustion engines or other fuel consuming energy converters, e.g. fuel cells; Mounting or construction of fuel tanks
    • B60K15/03Fuel tanks
    • B60K15/035Fuel tanks characterised by venting means
    • B60K15/03519Valve arrangements in the vent line
    • FMECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F16ENGINEERING ELEMENTS AND UNITS; GENERAL MEASURES FOR PRODUCING AND MAINTAINING EFFECTIVE FUNCTIONING OF MACHINES OR INSTALLATIONS; THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL
    • F16KVALVES; TAPS; COCKS; ACTUATING-FLOATS; DEVICES FOR VENTING OR AERATING
    • F16K17/00Safety valves; Equalising valves, e.g. pressure relief valves
    • F16K17/36Safety valves; Equalising valves, e.g. pressure relief valves actuated in consequence of extraneous circumstances, e.g. shock, change of position

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  • Cooling, Air Intake And Gas Exhaust, And Fuel Tank Arrangements In Propulsion Units (AREA)

Abstract

The fuel tank has a venting device which closes when the car is at an extreme angle or overturns. There is an insert fitted in the venting line, which in normal operating conditions leaves a sufficiently large through passage cross section, but on contact with liquid fuel alters its shape and/or volume so that the venting line is blocked.

Description

Die Erfindung betrifft einen Kraftstofftank eines Kraftfahrzeuges, insbesonde­ re eines Personenkraftwagens, mit einer Entlüftungsleitung, die bei extremer Schräglage oder bei einem Überschlag des Kraftfahrzeuges selbsttätig ver­ schlossen wird. Zum technischen Umfeld wird lediglich beispielshalber auf die DE 197 05 440 A1 verwiesen.The invention relates to a fuel tank of a motor vehicle, in particular re of a passenger car, with a ventilation line, which in extreme Inclined position or automatically ver at a rollover of the motor vehicle is closed. The technical environment is only mentioned as an example referred to DE 197 05 440 A1.

Üblicherweise besitzen Personenkraftwagen (Pkws) einen einzigen Kraft­ stofftank, der über ein endseitig mittels eines Deckels verschließbares Ein­ füllrohr befüllbar ist. In diesem Kraftstofftank mündet ferner zumindest eine Entlüftungsleitung, über die beim Betanken das im Kraftstoffbehälter oder Kraftstofftank vorhandene Kraftstoff-Luftgemisch nach außen gelangen kann. Über diese Entlüftungsleitung wird ferner bei Kraftstoffentnahme aus dem Tank Luft in den Tank nachgesaugt.Passenger cars (passenger cars) usually have a single force fabric tank, which can be closed by means of a lid filling tube is fillable. At least one opens into this fuel tank Vent line via which in the fuel tank or when refueling Existing fuel-air mixture can escape to the outside can. This vent line also turns off when fuel is removed air is sucked into the tank.

Um zu verhindern, daß Kraftstoff aus dem Tank bei einer extremen Schräg­ lage des Kraftfahrzeuges oder bei einem unfallbedingten Überschlag des­ selben nach außen in die Umgebung gelangen kann, ist in der Entlüftungs­ leitung ein sog. Roll-Over-Ventil vorgesehen, welches diese bspw. in den genannten Gefahrensituationen versperrt. Ein derartiges Roll-Over-Ventil ist in der eingangs genannten Schrift gezeigt. To prevent fuel from the tank at an extreme slant location of the motor vehicle or in the event of an accident-related rollover of the the same can get out into the environment is in the vent a so-called roll-over valve is provided, which, for example, in the blocked dangerous situations. Such a roll-over valve is shown in the font mentioned above.  

Diese bekannte Roll-Over-Ventiltechnik, zumeist in Form eines schwerkraft­ geführten Kugelventiles, erfordert einen nicht unerheblichen Aufwand an Montage- und Prozeßtechnik sowie Kosten.This well-known roll-over valve technology, mostly in the form of a gravity guided ball valve, requires a not inconsiderable effort Assembly and process technology as well as costs.

Eine einfachere, neuartige Schutzmaßnahme für derartige Gefahrensituatio­ nen aufzuzeigen, ist Aufgabe der vorliegenden Erfindung.A simpler, new protective measure for such dangerous situations To show NEN is the object of the present invention.

Die Lösung dieser Aufgabe ist gekennzeichnet durch einen in der Entlüf­ tungsleitung vorgesehenen Einsatz, der unter üblichen Betriebszuständen einen ausreichenden freien Durchtrittsquerschnitt freigibt, hingegen bei Kontakt mit flüssigem Kraftstoff seine Form und/oder sein Volumen derart verändert, daß die Entlüftungsleitung abgesperrt wird. Vorteilhafte Weiterbil­ dungen sind Inhalt der Unteransprüche.The solution to this problem is characterized by one in the vent line provided for use under normal operating conditions releases a sufficient free passage cross section, however at Contact with liquid fuel its shape and / or its volume changed that the vent line is shut off. Advantageous training are contents of the subclaims.

Hier wird die Verwendung eines bspw. bzw. bevorzugt ringförmigen oder halbkreisförmigen Einsatzes in der Entlüftungsleitung vorgeschlagen, der im normalen Zustand die Funktion der Entlüftungsleitung in keiner Weise be­ einträchtigt, d. h. der im normalen Betrieb eine lichte Weite entsprechend den Entlüftungserfordernissen aufweist. Bei Berührung mit flüssigem Kraftstoff hingegen, d. h. in einer der genannten Gefahrensituationen, in denen flüssi­ ger Kraftstoff aus dem Tank in die Entlüftungsleitung(en) und somit zum be­ sagten Einsatz gelangt, verformt sich dieser aufgrund des Kontaktes mit flüssigem Kraftstoff derart, daß die Entlüftungsleitung(en) sicher verschlos­ sen wird/werden. Somit kann dann (im Falle eines Überschlags oder dgl.) kein Kraftstoff über die Entlüftungsleitung(en) aus dem Tank nach außen gelangen.Here the use of a, for example, or preferably annular or semicircular use in the vent line proposed in normal condition the function of the ventilation line in no way be impaired, d. H. which in normal operation has a clear width corresponding to Has ventilation requirements. When in contact with liquid fuel however, d. H. in one of the dangerous situations mentioned, in which liquid fuel from the tank into the vent line (s) and thus to be said insert arrives, it deforms due to the contact with liquid fuel in such a way that the vent line (s) is securely closed will / will. Thus (in the event of a rollover or the like) no fuel to the outside via the vent line (s) from the tank reach.

In diesem Zusammenhang sei darauf hingewiesen, daß mit einem erfin­ dungsgemäßen Einsatz das bisher übliche Roll-Over-Ventil nicht weiter be­ nötigt wird. In this context it should be noted that with an invented use according to the invention the roll-over valve which was previously customary is required.  

Seine gewünschte Funktion erfüllen, nämlich bei Kontakt mit flüssigem Kraft­ stoff durch eine Formänderung die Entlüftungsleitung absperren, kann der Einsatz durch eine Formänderung mit oder ohne Volumenänderung. Bei­ spielsweise kann der Einsatz durch einen Gelpfropfen oder dgl. gebildet sein, wobei das Gelmaterial bei Berührung mit flüssigem Kraftstoff aufquillt und dadurch den zunächst freien Durchtrittsquerschnitt in der Entlüftungs­ leitung versperrt. Grundsätzlich kann die Formänderung dabei auf einer phy­ sikalischen oder einer chemischen Reaktion beruhen.Fulfill its desired function, namely when it comes into contact with liquid power Shut off the ventilation line by changing the shape Use through a change in shape with or without volume change. At for example, the insert can be formed by a gel plug or the like be, the gel material swells when in contact with liquid fuel and thereby the initially free passage cross-section in the vent line blocked. Basically, the shape change can be on a phy sical or a chemical reaction.

Bevorzugt ist die Form- und/oder Volumenänderung des Einsatzes reversi­ bel, d. h. daß dann, wenn der Einsatz nicht weiterhin mit flüssigem Kraftstoff in Kontakt bleibt, der Einsatz wieder seine ursprüngliche Form annimmt, also daß bspw. das Gelmaterial wieder auf seine normale Betriebsgröße schrumpft, so daß die Entlüftungsleitung in diesem unkritischen Zustand selbsttätig wieder freigegeben wird.The change in shape and / or volume of the insert is preferably reversi bel, d. H. that if the insert does not continue with liquid fuel stays in contact, the insert returns to its original shape, so that, for example, the gel material is back to its normal size shrinks, leaving the vent line in this uncritical state released automatically.

Insbesondere durch eine entsprechende Modulierung des den genannten Einsatz bildenden Materials kann der Einsatz im verformten, die Entlüf­ tungsleitung absperrenden Zustand bei ausreichendem Überdruck durch­ drückbar sein. Bildlich ausgedrückt kann der absperrende Gelpfropfen durchdrückt werden, um bei extremem Druckanstieg im Kraftstofftank ein Bersten desselben zu verhindern, d. h. unter derart kritischen Zuständen wird die abgesperrte Entlüftungsleitung dann wieder freigegeben.In particular by appropriate modulation of the above Insert forming material can be used in the deformed, the vent line to shut off the line if there is sufficient overpressure be pushable. Figuratively speaking, the blocking plug of gel can to be pushed through in the event of extreme pressure rise in the fuel tank To prevent bursting thereof, d. H. under such critical conditions the blocked vent line is then released again.

Durch die Verwendung eines derartigen Einsatzes wird die Systemsicherheit erhöht. Vorteilhafterweise ist das vorgeschlagene System weitgehend unab­ hängig von möglicherweise die Funktion beeinträchtigenden Verschmutzun­ gen. Stets wird in kritischen Situationen ein Austreten von flüssigem Kraft­ stoff über die Entlüftungsleitung vermieden.By using such an insert, system security becomes elevated. Advantageously, the proposed system is largely independent depending on contamination that may impair its function In critical situations, there is always an escape of liquid power Avoided material via the ventilation line.

Claims (4)

1. Kraftstofftank eines Kraftfahrzeuges, insbesondere eines Personen­ kraftwagens, mit einer Entlüftungsleitung, die bei extremer Schräglage oder bei einem Überschlag des Kraftfahrzeuges selbsttätig verschlos­ sen wird, gekennzeichnet durch einen in der Entlüftungsleitung vorgesehenen Einsatz, der unter üblichen Betriebszuständen einen ausreichenden freien Durchtrittsquerschnitt freigibt, hingegen bei Kontakt mit flüssi­ gem Kraftstoff seine Form und/oder sein Volumen derart verändert, daß die Entlüftungsleitung abgesperrt wird.1.Fuel tank of a motor vehicle, in particular a passenger car, with a ventilation line which is automatically closed in extreme inclination or in the event of a rollover of the motor vehicle, characterized by an insert provided in the ventilation line which, under normal operating conditions, releases a sufficient free passage cross section upon contact with liquid fuel, its shape and / or its volume changes in such a way that the vent line is shut off. 2. Kraftstofftank-System nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß der Einsatz durch einen ringförmigen oder halbkreisförmigen Gelpfropfen gebildet ist.2. Fuel tank system according to claim 1, characterized in that the insert by an annular or semicircular gel plug is formed. 3. Kraftstofftank-System nach Anspruch 1 oder 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Form- und/oder Volumenänderung des Einsatzes reversibel ist.3. Fuel tank system according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the shape and / or volume change use is reversible. 4. Kraftstofftank-System nach einem der vorangegangenen Ansprüche, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß der Einsatz im verformten, die Entlüf­ tungsleitung absperrenden Zustand bei ausreichendem Überdruck durchdrückbar ist.4. Fuel tank system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the insert in the deformed, the vent shut-off line with sufficient overpressure can be pushed through.
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