Fuel adulteration is a serious problem in Brazil. The illegal addition of compounds, such as alcohol, to gasoline can cause damage to the engine, reduce the car’s performance and increase consumer spending on fuel. However, despite the fact that this problem occurs with a certain frequency, identifying adulteration at the time of filling up is difficult, exposing drivers to a series of risks.
The invention is a portable device that allows you to check the approximate alcohol content in a sample of gasoline before filling up. The device is easy to use and can be used by anyone.
The device allows you to check the alcohol content of gasoline quickly and easily. It consists of a transparent tube with a float that reacts in the presence of alcohol. To use it, simply add a little gasoline to the tube and wait a few moments. If the float rises to the indicated range, the gasoline is within quality standards. If not, the gasoline has been adulterated.
Patent title:
Portable device to check the approximate alcohol level found in a gasoline sample
Deposit Number:
BR 10 2013 001456 7
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