Oil filter housing system, oil filter system and engine system

Abstract

The invention relates to an oil filter housing system, an oil filter system and an engine system. An oil filter housing system includes a housing body. The housing body defines an integral coolant supply passage in fluid supply communication with the coolant pump. The housing body also defines an integral coolant volute in fluid receiving communication with the coolant pump. The housing body defines an oil cooler cavity configured to receive an oil cooler, a first integrated oil flow passage in fluid supply communication with the oil cooler, and a second integrated oil flow passage in fluid receiving communication with the oil cooler. A third integral oil flow passage is in fluid supply communication with the turbocharger. An angled oil filter interface is coupled to the housing body and configured to receive an oil filter in fluid supply communication with the third integral oil flow passage.

Description

[0001] CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0002] This application claims priority to Indian Provisional Patent Application No. 202341041431 filed on June 19, 2023, titled “Oil Filter Housing System, Oil Filtration System, and Engine System”, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] The present application relates generally to an oil filtration system, and more particularly to an oil filter housing system. Background Art

[0004] In the engine system, the oil filtration system is used to remove contaminants from the oil before providing the oil to the engine or associated components (such as a turbocharger). Before providing other engine system components, the oil may undergo a cooling process. Summary of the invention

[0005] According to various embodiments, an oil filter housing system includes a housing body. The housing body defines an integral coolant supply passage, which includes an integral coolant supply passage inlet. The housing body also defines an integral coolant volute, which includes an integral coolant volute inlet. The housing body defines an oil cooler cavity configured to accommodate an oil cooler. The housing body defines a first integral oil flow passage, which includes a first integral oil flow passage outlet. The housing body defines a second integral oil flow passage, which includes a second integral oil flow passage inlet. The housing body defines a third integral oil flow passage, which includes a third integral oil flow passage outlet. The housing body defines an angled oil filter interface, which is coupled to the housing body and configured to receive an oil filter, which is fluidly connected to the third integral oil flow passage.

[0006] According to various other embodiments, an oil filtration system includes an oil filter housing system and one or more attachments coupled to the oil filter housing system. The oil filter housing system includes a housing body. The housing body defines an integrated coolant supply passage, the integrated coolant supply passage including an integrated coolant supply passage inlet. The housing body also defines an integrated coolant volute, the integrated coolant volute including an integrated coolant volute inlet. The housing body defines an oil cooler cavity configured to accommodate an oil cooler. The housing body defines a first integrated oil flow passage, the first integrated oil flow passage including a first integrated oil flow passage outlet. The housing body defines a second integrated oil flow passage, the second integrated oil flow passage including a second integrated oil flow passage inlet. The housing body defines a third integrated oil flow passage, the third integrated oil flow passage including a third integrated oil flow passage outlet. The housing body defines an angled oil filter interface, the angled oil filter interface is coupled to the housing body and is configured to receive an oil filter, the oil filter being fluidly connected to the third integrated oil flow passage.

[0007] According to yet other embodiments, an engine system includes an oil filter housing system. The oil filter housing system includes a housing body. The housing body defines an integrated coolant supply passage, the integrated coolant supply passage including an integrated coolant supply passage inlet. The housing body also defines an integrated coolant volute, the integrated coolant volute including an integrated coolant volute inlet. The housing body defines an oil cooler cavity. The housing body defines a first integrated oil flow passage, the first integrated oil flow passage including a first integrated oil flow passage outlet. The housing body defines a second integrated oil flow passage, the second integrated oil flow passage including a second integrated oil flow passage inlet. The housing body defines a third integrated oil flow passage, the third integrated oil flow passage including a third integrated oil flow passage outlet. The housing body defines an angled oil filter interface coupled to the housing body. The coolant pump is fluidly coupled to the housing body. The oil cooler is fluidly coupled to the housing body. The turbocharger is fluidly coupled to the housing body. The oil filter is fluidly coupled to the angled oil filter interface. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0008] The details of one or more implementations are set forth in the accompanying drawings and the description below.Other features, aspects, and advantages of the disclosure will become apparent from the description, drawings, and claims.

[0009] Figure 1 is a perspective view of an example oil filter housing system.

[0010] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Another perspective view of the oil filter housing system.

[0011] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 Another perspective view of the oil filter housing system.

[0012] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 Another perspective view of the oil filter housing system.

[0013] Figure 5 yes Figure 1 A perspective view of the top of a portion of the oil filter housing system.

[0014] Figure 6 yes Figure 1 Another perspective view of an oil filter housing system.

[0015] Figure 7 is along Figure 2 The line AA intercepts Figure 1 Example cross section of an oil filter housing system.

[0016] Figure 8 is along Figure 2 The line BB intercepts Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of a portion of an oil filter housing system.

[0017] Fig. 9 is with sample attachments Figure 1 A perspective view of the oil filter housing system.

[0018] Fig.10 is with other sample attachments Figure 1 A perspective view of the oil filter housing system.

[0019] Fig.11 yes Figure 1 A perspective view of a portion of an oil filter housing system.

[0020] Fig.12 is a front view of an example oil filter housing system according to another embodiment.

[0021] Fig.13 yes Fig.12 Right side view of the oil filter housing system.

[0022] Fig.14 yes Fig.12 Rear view of the oil filter housing system.

[0023] Fig.15 yes Fig.12 Left side view of the oil filter housing system.

[0024] It will be appreciated that these drawings are schematic representations for illustrative purposes. The drawings are provided for the purpose of illustrating one or more embodiments, with the express understanding that they will not be used to limit the scope or meaning of the claims. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] The following is a more detailed description of various concepts and embodiments of devices and systems for oil filtration in engine systems. The various concepts introduced above and discussed in more detail below can be implemented in any of a variety of ways, because the concepts described are not limited to any particular implementation. Examples of specific embodiments and applications are provided primarily for illustrative purposes. In the following detailed description, reference is made to the drawings that form a part of this document. In the drawings, similar symbols generally identify similar components unless the context otherwise indicates. The illustrative embodiments described in the detailed description, drawings, and claims are not meant to be restrictive. Other embodiments may be adopted and other changes may be made without departing from the essence or scope of the subject matter described herein. It should be readily understood that the aspects of the present disclosure generally described herein and shown in the drawings may be arranged, replaced, combined, and designed in a variety of different configurations, all of which are explicitly contemplated and constitute a part of the present disclosure.

[0026] Figure 1 An oil filter housing system 100 is depicted, which includes a housing body 102. The housing body 102 defines an integrated coolant supply passage 114, which includes an integrated coolant supply passage inlet 115. The housing body 102 defines an integrated coolant volute 202 (at Figure 2 ), the integrated coolant volute 202 includes an integrated coolant volute inlet 203 (in Figure 2 The housing body 102 defines an oil cooler cavity 600 (shown in FIG. Figure 6 ), the oil cooler cavity 600 is configured to accommodate an oil cooler 1000 (in Fig.10 The housing body 102 defines a first integral oil flow passage 300 (shown in FIG. Figure 3 As shown), the first integrated oil flow channel 300 includes a first integrated oil flow channel outlet 700 (as shown Figure 7 The housing body 102 defines a second integral oil flow passage 606 (as shown in FIG. Figure 6 As shown), the second integrated oil flow channel 606 includes a second integrated oil flow channel inlet 702 (as shown Figure 7 The housing body 102 defines a third integrated oil flow passage 110 including a third integrated oil flow passage outlet 604 (as shown). Figure 8The housing body 102 defines an angled oil filter interface 104 that is coupled to the housing body 102 and configured to receive the oil filter 712 (at Figure 7 ), the oil filter 712 is fluidly connected to the third integrated oil flow channel 110.

[0027] The oil filter housing system 100 can be used in conjunction with an engine system. The engine system can include, for example, a diesel engine system, a gasoline engine system, a hybrid engine system, etc. The engine system can be configured to combust fuel (e.g., diesel fuel, gasoline, etc.) to generate energy that can be utilized by various output ends.

[0028] The engine system includes an oil filter housing system 100. The oil filter housing system 100 includes a housing body 102. The housing body 102 defines an integrated coolant supply passage including an integrated coolant supply passage inlet 115. The housing body 102 also defines an integrated coolant volute 202 including an integrated coolant volute inlet 203. The housing body 102 defines an oil cooler cavity 600. The housing body 102 defines a first integrated oil flow passage 300 including a first integrated oil flow passage outlet 700. The housing body 102 defines a second integrated oil flow passage 606 including a second integrated oil flow passage inlet 702. The housing body 102 defines a third integrated oil flow passage 110 including a third integrated oil flow passage outlet 604. The housing body 102 defines an angled oil filter interface 104 coupled to the housing body. The coolant pump 901 is fluidly coupled to the housing body 102 . The oil cooler 1000 is fluidly coupled to the housing body 102 . The turbocharger is fluidly coupled to the housing body 102 . The oil filter 712 is fluidly coupled to the angled oil filter interface 104 .

[0029] exist Figure 1 In the embodiment of the present invention, the housing body 102 defines a channel system for fluid flow. The housing body 102 also includes an interface configured to receive various accessories (for example and as described above, a coolant pump, an oil filter, an oil cooler, a turbocharger, etc.). Various accessories can facilitate fluid flow.

[0030] Figure 1 The housing body 102 includes an angled oil filter interface 104. The angled oil filter interface 104 is integral with the housing body 102 and is configured to receive an oil filter 712 (eg, Figure 7). The angled oil filter interface 104 is configured at such an angle that when the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, the oil filter 712 protrudes from the angled oil filter interface 104 in a direction away from the vehicle chassis bracket (not shown). The angle can be any angle, including a zero angle parallel to the ground. The angled oil filter interface 104 can be configured to position the attached oil filter 712 at a distance away from the vehicle chassis bracket to reduce interference between the oil filter 712 and the vehicle chassis bracket or to create a larger amount of space between the oil filter 712 and the vehicle chassis bracket. Reduced interference or a larger amount of space between the oil filter 712 and the vehicle chassis bracket can provide benefits, such as better access to the oil filter 712 or the vehicle chassis bracket, easier interchangeability of various oil filter accessories, and allowing different sizes, shapes or configurations of the oil filter 712 or the vehicle chassis bracket.

[0031] Figure 1 The housing body 102 defines a first pocket 106. The first pocket 106 is configured to reduce the weight of the housing body 102. Other embodiments may not include the first pocket 106.

[0032] The housing body 102 also includes a first support rib 108. The first support rib 108 is positioned within the first pocket 106. Figure 1 The first support rib 108 extends from one side of the first recess 106 to the other side of the first recess 106. The first support rib 108 is configured to provide support or strength to the housing body 102. The first support rib 108 may provide such support or strength in an area that may be weakened by the inclusion of the first recess 106. Some embodiments may not include the first support rib 108.

[0033] The housing body 102 defines a third integrated oil flow passage 110. The third integrated oil flow passage 110 is connected to the oil filter 712 ( Figure 7 712). When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, the third integrated oil flow passage 110 is in fluid supplying communication with a turbocharger (not shown). The third integrated oil flow passage 110 receives oil filtered by the oil filter 712 and supplies the filtered oil to the turbocharger.

[0034] The third integrated oil flow passage 110 defines a central axis, and the angled oil filter interface 104 is disposed along a plane such that the central axis is not orthogonal to the plane. In other embodiments, the central axis may be orthogonal to the plane, or the third integrated oil flow passage 110 and the angled oil filter interface 104 may be configured in another manner relative to each other.

[0035] The housing body 102 also defines a third integrated oil flow passage inlet 111. When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, the third integrated oil flow passage inlet 111 is connected to the oil filter 712 (eg, Figure 7 shown) fluid receiving connection.

[0036] Figure 1 The housing body 102 also defines an integrated coolant supply passage 114. When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, the integrated coolant supply passage 114 is connected to the coolant pump 901 (such as Fig. 9 The integrated coolant supply channel 114 supplies coolant to the coolant pump 901. The coolant can be water or other coolants.

[0037] The housing body 102 also defines an integrated coolant supply passage inlet 115. When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, the integrated coolant supply passage inlet 115 is connected to the coolant inlet 902 (eg, Fig. 9 The integrated coolant supply channel inlet 115 receives the coolant from the coolant inlet 902. The coolant can be water or other coolants.

[0038] The housing body 102 also defines a first valve cavity 116. The first valve cavity 116 is configured to receive a valve (not shown) when the oil filter housing system 100 is installed within an engine system. Figure 1 The housing body 102 defines a first valve cavity 116 . In other embodiments, the housing body 102 may not define any first valve cavity 116 . Figure 1 The first valve chamber 116 is configured to receive a pressure regulating bypass valve 704 (eg, Figure 7 In other embodiments, the first valve chamber 116 may be configured to receive a pressure regulating valve or other types of valves.

[0039] The housing body 102 also defines a housing body for receiving and securing a coolant inlet 902 (eg, Fig. 9 As shown in FIG. Figure 1As shown, the housing body 102 includes a coolant inlet interface 118. The coolant inlet interface 118 is configured to receive the coolant inlet 902 and secure the coolant inlet 902 to the housing body 102.

[0040] The coolant inlet interface 118 is configured at such an angle that when the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in the engine system, the coolant inlet 902 protrudes from the coolant inlet interface 118 in a direction away from the housing body 102 or the vehicle chassis bracket (not shown). The angle can be any angle, including zero angle parallel to the ground. The coolant inlet interface 118 can be configured to position the attached coolant inlet 902 at a distance away from the housing body 102 or the vehicle chassis bracket to reduce the interference between the coolant inlet 902 and the housing body 102 or the vehicle chassis bracket, or to create a larger amount of space between the coolant inlet 902 and the housing body 102 or the vehicle chassis bracket. Reduced interference or a larger amount of space between the coolant inlet 902 and the housing body 102 or the vehicle chassis bracket can provide benefits such as better access to the vehicle chassis bracket, easier interchangeability of various accessories, and allowing different sizes, shapes or configurations of the coolant inlet 902 or the vehicle chassis bracket.

[0041] In other embodiments, the housing body 102 may not define the coolant inlet interface 118. The coolant inlet 902 may be attached or secured to the housing body 102 in another manner.

[0042] Figure 1 The housing body 102 defines a second recess 120. The second recess 120 is configured to reduce the weight of the housing body 102. Other embodiments may not include the second recess 120. Figure 1 As shown, the second recess 120 is depicted as a different shape than the first recess 106. In other embodiments, the first recess 106 and the second recess 120 may each have other shapes.

[0043] The housing body 102 further includes a second support rib 122. The second support rib 122 is positioned within the second recess 120. Figure 1 The second support rib 122 extends from one side of the second recess 120 to the other side of the second recess 120. The second support rib 122 is configured to provide support or strength to the housing body 102. The second support rib 122 may provide such support or strength in an area that may be weakened by the inclusion of the second recess 120. Some embodiments may not include the second support rib 122.

[0044] like Figure 2As shown, the housing body 102 defines an oil supply plumbing connector 200. The oil supply plumbing connector 200 is configured to be connected to an oil supply pipe 904 (eg, Fig. 9 ). In some embodiments, the oil supply line connector 200 may not be defined by the housing body 102 and may otherwise be integral with the housing body 102. Some embodiments may not have any oil supply line connector 200.

[0045] like Figure 2 As shown, the housing body 102 also defines an integrated coolant supply passage outlet 201 of the integrated coolant supply passage 114. When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, the integrated coolant supply passage outlet 201 is connected to the coolant pump 901 (such as Fig. 9 shown) fluid supply connection.

[0046] like Figure 2 As shown, the housing body 102 also defines an integrated coolant volute 202. When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, the integrated coolant volute 202 is connected to the coolant pump 901 (such as Fig. 9 The integrated coolant volute 202 receives the coolant from the coolant pump 901 and provides the coolant to the oil filter housing system 100. The coolant can reduce the temperature inside the oil filter housing system 100. The coolant can be water or other coolants.

[0047] like Figure 2 As shown, the integrated coolant volute 202 is constructed as a channel or passage to facilitate fluid flow and includes curvature in its shape. The curvature may correspond to the coolant pump 901 (e.g. Fig. 9 In other embodiments, the integrated coolant volute 202 can be constructed or formed in another manner.

[0048] like Figure 2 As shown, the housing body 102 also defines an integrated coolant volute inlet 203 of the integrated coolant volute 202. When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, the integrated coolant volute inlet 203 is connected to the coolant pump 901 (such as Fig. 9 shown) fluid receiving connection.

[0049] like Figure 2As shown, the housing body 102 further defines an integrated coolant volute outlet 204 of the integrated coolant volute 202. When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, the integrated coolant volute outlet 204 is connected to the oil cooler 1000 (such as Fig.10 shown) fluid supply connection.

[0050] like Figure 2 As shown, the housing body 102 further defines a second valve cavity 205. The second valve cavity 205 is configured to receive a valve (not shown) when the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system. In other embodiments, the housing body 102 may not define any second valve cavity 205. Figure 2 The second valve chamber 205 is configured to receive a first pressure regulating valve 705 (eg Figure 7 In other embodiments, the second valve chamber 205 may be configured to receive a pressure regulating bypass valve, other types of valves, or an oil thermostat.

[0051] like Figure 2 As shown, the housing body 102 further defines a third valve cavity 206. The third valve cavity 206 is configured to receive a valve (not shown) when the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system. In other embodiments, the housing body 102 may not define any third valve cavity 206. Figure 2 The third valve chamber 206 is configured to receive a second pressure regulating valve 706 (eg Figure 7 In other embodiments, the third valve chamber 206 may be configured to receive a pressure regulating bypass valve or other types of valves or plugs. Figure 2 As shown, the third valve chamber 206 is configured as a second integrated oil flow passage 606 (eg, Figure 7 The third valve cavity 206 may not be configured as an extension of the second integral oil flow passage 606 and may be configured or positioned in other ways.

[0052] like Figure 2 As shown, the second valve chamber 205 is positioned as a lower valve chamber relative to the third valve chamber 206. The third valve chamber 206 is positioned as an upper valve chamber relative to the second valve chamber 205. The second valve chamber 205 is constructed as a second integrated oil flow channel 606 (such as Figure 7 The second valve cavity 205 may also be configured as a lateral extension of the third valve cavity 206. In other embodiments, the second valve cavity 205 and the third valve cavity 206 may be positioned or configured in other ways.

[0053] The housing body 102 is also defined to receive and secure a coolant pump 901 (eg, Fig. 9As shown in FIG. Figure 2 As shown, the housing body 102 includes a coolant pump interface 212. The coolant pump interface 212 is configured to receive the coolant pump 901 and secure the coolant pump 901 to the housing body 102. In other embodiments, the housing body 102 may not define the coolant pump interface 212. The coolant pump 901 may be attached or secured to the housing body 102 in another manner.

[0054] like Figure 2 As shown, the housing body 102 further defines a third recess 208. The third recess 208 is configured to reduce the weight of the housing body 102. Other embodiments may not include the third recess 208.

[0055] The housing body 102 also includes a third support rib 210. The third support rib 210 is positioned within the third recess 208. Figure 2 The third support rib 210 extends from one side of the third recess 208 to the other side of the third recess 208. The third support rib 210 is configured to provide support or strength to the housing body 102. The third support rib 210 may provide such support or strength in an area that may be weakened by the inclusion of the third recess 208. Some embodiments may not include the third recess 208.

[0056] Figure 3 and Figure 4 Other perspective views of the oil filter housing system 100 are depicted. Figure 3 As shown, the housing body 102 also defines a first integrated oil flow passage 300. When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, the first integrated oil flow passage 300 is connected to the oil cooler 1000 (such as Fig.10 shown) fluid supply connection.

[0057] like Figure 3 As shown, the housing body 102 further defines a first integrated oil flow passage inlet 302 of the first integrated oil flow passage 300. When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, the first integrated oil flow passage inlet 302 is connected to the oil flow conduit 1002 (such as Fig.10 shown) fluid receiving connection.

[0058] like Figure 4 As shown, the housing body 102 defines a fourth recess 400. The fourth recess 400 is configured to reduce the weight of the housing body 102. Other embodiments may not include the fourth recess 400.

[0059] The housing body 102 further includes a fourth support rib 402. The fourth support rib 402 is positioned within the fourth recess 400. Figure 4The fourth support rib 402 extends from one side of the fourth recess 400 to the other side of the fourth recess 400. The fourth support rib 402 is configured to provide support or strength to the housing body 102. The fourth support rib 402 may provide such support or strength in an area that may be weakened by the inclusion of the fourth recess 400. Some embodiments may not include the fourth support rib 402.

[0060] Figure 5 is a perspective view of a top portion of the oil filter housing system 100 . Figure 6 6 is another view of the oil filter housing system 100. The housing body 102 defines an oil cooler cavity 600. The oil cooler cavity 600 is configured to receive and house the oil cooler 1000 (in the case of the oil filter housing system 100) when the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in the engine system. Fig.10 The oil cooler cavity 600 is shaped to correspond to Fig.10 004. The example oil cooler 1000 is depicted in FIG. 1004. In other embodiments, the oil cooler cavity 600 may have a different shape.

[0061] The housing body 102 is also defined to receive and secure the oil cooler 1000 when the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in the engine system. Fig.10 As shown in FIG. Figure 6 As shown, the housing body 102 includes an oil cooler interface 602. The oil cooler interface 602 is configured to receive the oil cooler 1000 and secure the oil cooler 1000 to the housing body 102. In other embodiments, the housing body 102 may not define the oil cooler interface 602. The oil cooler 1000 may be attached or secured to the housing body 102 in another manner.

[0062] like Figure 6 As shown, housing body 102 defines a third integrated oil flow passage outlet 604 of third integrated oil flow passage 110. When oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, third integrated oil flow passage outlet 604 is in fluid supply communication with a cylinder block (not shown).

[0063] like Figure 6 As shown, the housing body 102 also defines a second integrated oil flow passage 606. When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, the second integrated oil flow passage 606 is connected to the oil cooler 1000 (such as Fig.10 The second integrated oil flow passage 606 receives oil from the oil cooler 1000. The oil entering the second integrated oil flow passage 606 may be cooled oil.

[0064] like Figure 6As shown, the housing body 102 also defines a second integral oil flow passage outlet 608 of the second integral oil flow passage 606 .

[0065] Figure 7 A cross section for an oil filter housing system 100 is depicted. Figure 7 As shown, the housing body 102 defines a first integrated oil flow passage outlet 700 of the first integrated oil flow passage 300. When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, the first integrated oil flow passage outlet 700 is connected to the oil cooler 1000 (eg, Fig.10 shown) fluid supply connection.

[0066] like Figure 7 As shown, the housing body 102 defines a second integrated oil flow passage 606. When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, the second integrated oil flow passage 606 is connected to the oil cooler 1000 (such as Fig.10 The second integrated oil flow passage 606 is in fluid supply communication with the fourth integrated oil flow passage 800. The second integrated oil flow passage 606 receives oil cooled by the oil cooler 1000 and supplies the cooled oil to the fourth integrated oil flow passage 800. The second integrated oil flow passage 606 generally spans from one side of the housing body 102 to the other side of the housing body 102. In other embodiments, the second integrated oil flow passage 606 may be constructed or shaped in another manner.

[0067] like Figure 7 As shown, the housing body 102 further defines a second integrated oil flow channel outlet 703 of the second integrated oil flow channel 606. The second integrated oil flow channel outlet 703 is connected to the fourth integrated oil flow channel 800 (in Figure 8 ) fluid supply connection.

[0068] Figure 7 The oil filter housing system 100 includes a pressure regulating bypass valve 704 when the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in the engine system. The pressure regulating bypass valve 704 is positioned in the first valve chamber 116. Figure 7 As shown, the housing body 102 defines a first valve cavity 116 having a pressure regulating bypass valve 704 therein. Other embodiments may not have any pressure regulating bypass valve 704.

[0069] Figure 7The oil filter housing system 100 includes a first pressure regulating valve 705 when the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in the engine system. The first pressure regulating valve 705 is positioned in the second valve chamber 205. Other embodiments may have multiple first pressure regulating valves 705 or may not have any first pressure regulating valve 705.

[0070] Figure 7 The oil filter housing system 100 further includes a second pressure regulating valve 706 when the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in the engine system. The second pressure regulating valve 706 is positioned in the third valve chamber 206. Other embodiments may not have any second pressure regulating valve 706.

[0071] like Figure 7 As shown, the housing body 102 further defines a fourth integral oil flow passage 800 (at Figure 8 The fourth integrated oil flow passage inlet 711 is in fluid receiving communication with the second integrated oil flow passage 606.

[0072] like Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, when the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, the housing body 102 is coupled to the oil filter 712. The oil filter 712 is attached to the housing body 102 at the angled oil filter interface 104. The oil filter 712 is in fluid receiving communication with the fourth integrated oil flow channel 800 and in fluid supply communication with the third integrated oil flow channel 110. The oil filter 712 receives oil from the fourth integrated oil flow channel 800 and provides filtered oil to the third integrated oil flow channel 110. Some embodiments may not have the oil filter 712.

[0073] like Figure 7 As shown, the housing body 102 further defines a fifth recess 708. The fifth recess 708 is configured to reduce the weight of the housing body 102. Other embodiments may not include the fifth recess 708.

[0074] The housing body 102 further includes a fifth support rib 710. The fifth support rib 710 is positioned within the fifth recess 708. Figure 7 The fifth support rib 710 extends from one side of the fifth recess 708 to the other side of the fifth recess 708. The fifth support rib 710 is configured to provide support or strength to the housing body 102. The fifth support rib 710 may provide such support or strength in an area that may be weakened by the inclusion of the fifth recess 708. Some embodiments may not include the fifth support rib 710.

[0075] Figure 8 A cross section for an oil filter housing system 100 is depicted. Figure 8 As shown, the housing body 102 further defines a fourth integrated oil flow passage 800. The fourth integrated oil flow passage 800 is connected to the second integrated oil flow passage 606 (in Figure 6 When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, the fourth integrated oil flow passage 800 is in fluid supply communication with the oil filter 712. The fourth integrated oil flow passage 800 receives oil from the second integrated oil flow passage 606 and delivers the oil to the oil filter 712. The oil entering the fourth integrated oil flow passage 800 can be cooled oil.

[0076] The housing body 102 also defines a fourth integrated oil flow passage outlet 801 of the fourth integrated oil flow passage 800. When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in the engine system, the fourth integrated oil flow passage outlet 801 is in fluid supply communication with the oil filter 712. The fourth integrated oil flow passage 800 supplies the cooled oil to the oil filter 712 so that the oil filter 712 can filter the cooled oil.

[0077] like Figure 8 As shown, the housing body 102 defines a third integrated oil flow passage outlet 604 of the third integrated oil flow passage 110. When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, the third integrated oil flow passage outlet 604 is in fluid supply communication with a turbocharger (not shown). The third integrated oil flow passage outlet 604 supplies oil to the turbocharger. The oil may be filtered oil.

[0078] Fig. 9 and Fig.10 An oil filter housing system 100 is depicted, shown with various accessories (e.g., an oil filter, a coolant pump, a coolant inlet, an oil supply, an oil cooler, a turbocharger, etc.) attached to a housing body 102. These accessories may be attached to the housing body 102 when the oil filter housing system 100 is installed within an engine system.

[0079] The oil filter system 900 includes an oil filter housing system 100 and one or more accessories coupled to the oil filter housing system 100. The oil filter housing system 100 includes a housing body 102. The housing body 102 defines an integrated coolant supply passage including an integrated coolant supply passage outlet 201. The housing body 102 also defines an integrated coolant volute 202 including an integrated coolant volute inlet 203. The housing body 102 defines an oil cooler cavity 600 configured to accommodate an oil cooler 1000. The housing body 102 defines a first integrated oil flow passage 300 including a first integrated oil flow passage outlet 700. The housing body defines a second integrated oil flow passage 606 including a second integrated oil flow passage inlet 702. The housing body defines a third integrated oil flow passage 110 including a third integrated oil flow passage outlet 604. The housing body defines an angled oil filter interface 104 coupled to the housing body and configured to receive an oil filter 712. The oil filter 712 is fluidly connected with the third integral oil flow passage 110.

[0080] like Fig. 9 and Fig.10 As shown, the housing body 102 is configured so that accessories can be attached to the housing body 102 to form the oil filtration system 900. In other embodiments, the housing body 102 may not provide attachment points for any accessories, or the accessories may be otherwise integral to the housing body 102. Some embodiments may have only one or at least one accessory, while other embodiments may not have any accessories.

[0081] When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, Fig. 9 The coolant pump 901 is connected to the coolant pump interface 212 (at Figure 2 The coolant pump 901 is attached to the housing body 102 at the position shown in FIG. Figure 1 ) receives fluid and communicates with the integrated coolant volute 202 (in Figure 2 The coolant pump 901 receives the coolant from the integrated coolant supply passage 114 and provides the coolant to the integrated coolant volute 202. The coolant may be water or other coolants. Some embodiments may not have the coolant pump 901.

[0082] When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, Fig. 9 The oil filter housing system 100 is provided at the coolant inlet interface 118 (at Figure 1Attached to the coolant inlet 902 at the coolant inlet 902. The coolant inlet 902 is connected to the integrated coolant supply channel 114 (shown in Figure 1 1 . The coolant inlet 902 provides coolant to the integrated coolant supply channel 114. The coolant may be water or other coolants. Some embodiments may not have the coolant inlet 902.

[0083] When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, Fig. 9 The oil filter housing system 100 is also connected to the oil supply pipe connector 200 (at Figure 2 1 and 2. The oil supply conduit 904 is in fluid supply communication with the oil filter housing system 100. Some embodiments may not have the oil supply conduit 904.

[0084] Fig.10 A system including the oil filter housing system 100 is depicted when the oil filter housing system 100 is installed within an engine system. The coolant pump 901 is fluidly coupled to the housing body 102. The oil cooler 1000 is fluidly coupled to the housing body 102. The turbocharger (not shown) is fluidly coupled to the housing body 102. The oil filter 712 is fluidly coupled to the angled oil filter interface 104 (at Figure 1 ).

[0085] like Fig.10 As shown, when the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in the engine system, the oil filter housing system 100 is connected to the oil cooler interface 602 (at Figure 6 The oil cooler 1000 is attached to the oil cooler 1000 at the position shown in FIG. Figure 2 The oil cooler 1000 is in fluid receiving communication with the second integrated oil flow passage 606 (shown in FIG. Figure 6 The oil cooler 1000 is connected to the oil flow conduit 1002 by the first integrated oil flow passage 300. The oil cooler 1000 cools the oil and provides the cooled oil to the second integrated oil flow passage 606. Some embodiments may not have the oil cooler 1000.

[0086] When the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in an engine system, Fig.10 The oil filter housing system 100 is in fluid communication with the oil flow conduit 1002 .

[0087] like Fig.10As shown, the housing body 102 further defines a sixth recess 1004. The sixth recess 1004 is configured to reduce the weight of the housing body 102. Some embodiments may include a plurality of sixth recesses 1004. Other embodiments may not include the sixth recess 1004.

[0088] The housing body 102 further includes a sixth support rib 1006. The sixth support rib 1006 is positioned within the sixth recess 1004. Fig.10 The sixth support rib 1006 extends from one side of the sixth recess 1004 to the other side of the sixth recess 1004. The sixth support rib 1006 is configured to provide support or strength to the housing body 102. The sixth support rib 1006 may provide such support or strength in an area that may be weakened by the inclusion of the sixth recess 1004. Some embodiments may not include the sixth support rib 1006.

[0089] like Fig.10 As shown, when the oil filter housing system 100 is installed in the engine system, the oil flow conduit 1002 is connected to the first integrated oil flow channel 300 (at Figure 3 1 and 1 . The first integrated oil flow channel 300 delivers the oil to the oil cooler 1000. The coolant inlet 902 provides the coolant to the coolant pump 901. The coolant pump 901 provides the coolant to the integrated coolant volute 202. The integrated coolant volute 202 supplies the coolant to the oil cooler 1000. The oil cooler 1000 receives the oil and the coolant and cools the oil. The oil cooler 1000 provides the cooled oil to the second integrated oil flow channel 606. The second integrated oil flow channel 606 delivers the cooled oil to the fourth integrated oil flow channel 800. The fourth integrated oil flow channel 800 provides the cooled oil to the oil filter 712. The oil filter 712 filters the cooled oil. The oil filter 712 provides the filtered oil to the third integrated oil flow channel 110. The third integrated oil flow channel 110 delivers the filtered oil to the turbocharger (not shown).

[0090] Fig.11 is a perspective view of a portion of the oil filter housing system 100. Fig.11 As shown, the housing body 102 defines a fourth integrated oil flow passage rear outlet of the fourth integrated oil flow passage 800 .

[0091] Figure 12-Figure 15 An oil filter housing system 1100 is depicted according to another embodiment. The oil filter housing system 1100 is similar to Figure 1-Figure 11 The oil filter housing system 100 of FIG. 1 is shown in FIG. 1 , however, there are many variations in shape and / or orientation for various features. It should also be understood that Figure 1-Figure 11 The features described can each be combined individually into Figure 12-Figure 15The oil filter housing system 1100 is shown in FIG.

[0092] The oil filter housing system 1100 includes a housing body 1102. The housing body 1102 defines an integrated coolant supply passage 1114, which includes an integrated coolant supply passage outlet 1201. The housing body 1102 also defines an integrated coolant volute 1202, which includes an integrated coolant volute inlet 1203. The housing body 1102 defines an oil cooler cavity 1600. The housing body 1102 defines a first integrated oil flow passage 1300. The housing body 1102 defines a second integrated oil flow passage 1606. The housing body 1102 defines a third integrated oil flow passage 1110, which includes a third integrated oil flow passage outlet 1604. The housing body 1102 defines an angled oil filter interface 1104 coupled to the housing body.

[0093] The housing body 1102 includes an angled oil filter interface 1104. The angled oil filter interface 1104 is integral with the housing body 1102 and is configured to receive an oil filter when the oil filter housing system 1100 is installed in an engine system. The angled oil filter interface 1104 is configured at an angle such that when the oil filter housing system 1100 is installed in an engine system, the oil filter protrudes from the angled oil filter interface 1104 in a direction away from a vehicle chassis bracket (not shown). The angle of the angled oil filter interface 1104 is different from Figure 1-Figure 11 0040. The angle of the oil filter interface 104 in the embodiment of FIG.

[0094] The housing body 1102 defines a third integrated oil flow passage 1110. The third integrated oil flow passage 1110 is in fluid receiving communication with the oil filter. When the oil filter housing system 1100 is installed in an engine system, the third integrated oil flow passage 1110 is in fluid supply communication with the turbocharger. The third integrated oil flow passage 1110 receives oil filtered by the oil filter and supplies the filtered oil to the turbocharger.

[0095] The housing body 1102 also defines a third integrated oil flow passage inlet 1111. The third integrated oil flow passage inlet 1111 is in fluid receiving communication with the oil filter when the oil filter housing system 1100 is installed within an engine system.

[0096] The housing body 1102 also defines an integrated coolant supply passage 1114. When the oil filter housing system 1100 is installed in an engine system, the integrated coolant supply passage 1114 is in fluid supply communication with a coolant pump. The integrated coolant supply passage 1114 supplies coolant to the coolant pump. The coolant may be water or other coolants.

[0097] The housing body 1102 also defines an integrated coolant supply passage inlet 1115. When the oil filter housing system 1100 is installed in an engine system, the integrated coolant supply passage inlet 1115 is in fluid communication with the coolant inlet 1902. The integrated coolant supply passage inlet 1115 receives coolant from the coolant inlet. The coolant may be water or other coolants.

[0098] The housing body 1102 also defines a first valve cavity 1116. The first valve cavity 1116 is configured to receive a valve (not shown) when the oil filter housing system 1100 is installed within an engine system. Figure 12-Figure 15 The housing body 1102 defines a first valve cavity 1116. In other embodiments, the housing body 1102 may not define any first valve cavity 1116. The first valve cavity 1116 is configured to receive a pressure regulating bypass valve. In other embodiments, the first valve cavity 1116 may be configured to receive a pressure regulating valve or other types of valves.

[0099] The housing body 1102 also defines an interface or attachment mechanism for receiving and securing a coolant inlet when the oil filter housing system 1100 is installed in an engine system. Fig.12 As shown, the housing body 1102 includes a coolant inlet interface 1118. The coolant inlet interface 1118 is configured to receive a coolant inlet and secure the coolant inlet to the housing body 1102. It should be noted that the location of the coolant inlet interface 1118 is different from Figure 1-Figure 11 The location of the coolant inlet interface 118 of the oil filter housing system 100 is shown in FIG.

[0100] The coolant inlet interface 1118 is configured at an angle such that when the oil filter housing system 1100 is installed in an engine system, the coolant inlet protrudes from the coolant inlet interface 1118 in a direction away from the housing body 1102 or a vehicle chassis bracket (not shown). The angle of the coolant inlet interface 1118 is different from Figure 1-Figure 11 The angle of the coolant inlet interface 118 is as follows.

[0101] In other embodiments, the housing body 1102 may not define the coolant inlet interface 1118. The coolant inlet may be attached or secured to the housing body 1102 in another manner.

[0102] like Fig.13As shown, the housing body 1102 also defines an integrated coolant supply passage outlet 1201 of the integrated coolant supply passage 1114. When the oil filter housing system 1100 is installed in an engine system, the integrated coolant supply passage outlet 1201 is in fluid supply communication with a coolant pump.

[0103] like Fig.13 As shown, the housing body 1102 also defines an integrated coolant volute 1202. When the oil filter housing system 1100 is installed in an engine system, the integrated coolant volute 1202 is in fluid communication with a coolant pump. The integrated coolant volute 1202 receives coolant from the coolant pump and provides the coolant to the oil filter housing system 1100. The coolant can reduce the temperature within the oil filter housing system 1100. The coolant can be water or other coolants.

[0104] like Fig.13 As shown, the integrated coolant volute 1202 is configured as a channel or passage to facilitate fluid flow and includes curvature in its shape. The curvature can correspond to the same or similar curvature characterized in the body or channel of the coolant pump. In other embodiments, the integrated coolant volute 1202 can be configured or shaped in another way.

[0105] like Fig.13 As shown, the housing body 1102 also defines an integrated coolant volute inlet 1203 of the integrated coolant volute 1202. When the oil filter housing system 1100 is installed within an engine system, the integrated coolant volute inlet 1203 is in fluid receiving communication with a coolant pump.

[0106] like Fig.13 As shown, the housing body 1102 further defines an integrated coolant volute outlet 1204 of the integrated coolant volute 1202. When the oil filter housing system 1100 is installed in an engine system, the integrated coolant volute outlet 1204 is in fluid communication with an oil cooler supply.

[0107] The housing body 1102 also defines an interface or attachment mechanism for receiving and securing a coolant pump when the oil filter housing system 1100 is installed in an engine system. Fig.13 As shown, the housing body 1102 includes a coolant pump interface 1212. The coolant pump interface 1212 is configured to receive a coolant pump and secure the coolant pump to the housing body 1102. In other embodiments, the housing body 1102 may not define a coolant pump interface 1212. The coolant pump may be attached or secured to the housing body 1102 in another manner. The orientation of the coolant pump interface 1212 may be different from Figure 1-Figure 11 212 of the oil filter housing system 100 .

[0108] like Fig.12 As shown, the housing body 1102 also defines a first integrated oil flow passage 1300. When the oil filter housing system 1100 is installed within an engine system, the first integrated oil flow passage 1300 is in fluid communication with an oil cooler.

[0109] Fig.14 1 is another view of the oil filter housing system 1100. The housing body 1102 defines an oil cooler cavity 1600. The oil cooler cavity 1600 is configured to receive and accommodate an oil cooler when the oil filter housing system 1100 is installed in an engine system. The oil cooler cavity 1600 is shaped to correspond to the oil cooler to be used in the system. In other embodiments, the oil cooler cavity 1600 may have a different shape.

[0110] The housing body 1102 also defines an interface or attachment mechanism for receiving and securing an oil cooler when the oil filter housing system 1100 is installed in an engine system. Fig.14 As shown, the housing body 1102 includes an oil cooler interface 1602. The oil cooler interface 1602 is configured to receive an oil cooler and secure the oil cooler to the housing body 1102. In other embodiments, the housing body 1102 may not define the oil cooler interface 1602. The oil cooler may be attached or secured to the housing body 1102 in another manner.

[0111] like Fig.14 As shown, housing body 1102 defines a third integrated oil flow passage outlet 1604 of third integrated oil flow passage 1110. When oil filter housing system 1100 is installed within an engine system, third integrated oil flow passage outlet 1604 is in communication with a turbocharger fluid supply.

[0112] like Fig.14 As shown, the housing body 1102 also defines a second integrated oil flow passage 1606. When the oil filter housing system 1100 is installed in an engine system, the second integrated oil flow passage 1606 is in fluid communication with the oil cooler. The second integrated oil flow passage 1606 receives oil from the oil cooler. The oil entering the second integrated oil flow passage 1606 can be cooled oil. It should be noted that the overall shape of the combination of the first integrated oil flow passage 1300 and the second integrated oil flow passage 1606 is different from Figure 1-Figure 11 The oil filter housing system of FIG. 1 is a combination of a first integrated oil flow passage 300 and a second integrated oil flow passage 606 .

[0113] like Fig.14As shown, the housing body 1102 also defines a second integrated oil flow passage outlet 1608 of the second integrated oil flow passage 1606. Note that the position of the second integrated oil flow passage outlet 1608 is different from that of the second integrated oil flow passage outlet 1608. Figure 1-Figure 11 The location of the second integrated oil flow passage outlet 608 of the oil filter housing system 100 .

[0114] like Fig.13 As shown, the housing body 1102 may also include a pulley mounting interface 1220, which provides a mounting location for mounting a pulley (not shown). The pulley mounting interface 1220 may be included in other locations (including Figure 1-Figure 11 The mounting pulley interface 1220 may be located elsewhere on the oil filter housing system 100 or may not be included.

[0115] like Fig.13 As further shown in FIG. 1 , the housing body 1102 may also include an oil thermostat mounting interface 1230 that provides a mounting location for an oil thermostat (not shown). The oil thermostat may be included in other locations (including Figure 1-Figure 11 The oil thermostat mounting interface 1230 may be located at another location on the oil filter housing system 100 or may not be included.

[0116] Although this specification contains many specific implementation details, these should not be interpreted as limitations on the scope of the content that can be claimed, but should be interpreted as descriptions of features that are unique to specific implementations. Certain features described in the context of separate implementations in this specification may also be implemented in combination in a single implementation. On the contrary, the various features described in the context of a single implementation may also be implemented individually or in any suitable sub-combination in multiple implementations. Moreover, although features may be described as working in certain combinations and even initially claimed as such, one or more features from the claimed combination may be deleted from the combination in some cases, and the claimed combination may involve a sub-combination or a deformation of a sub-combination.

[0117] As utilized herein, the term "substantially" and similar terms are intended to have a broad meaning consistent with common and accepted usage by those of ordinary skill in the art to which the subject matter of the present disclosure belongs. Those skilled in the art who review the present disclosure should understand that these terms are intended to allow description of certain features described and claimed without limiting the scope of these features to the precise numerical ranges provided. Therefore, these terms should be interpreted as indicating that insubstantial or inconsequential modifications or alterations of the subject matter described and claimed are considered to be within the scope of the present invention as described in the appended claims.

[0118] As used herein, the term "coupled" and similar terms mean the joining of two components directly or indirectly to one another. Such joining may be fixed (e.g., permanent) or movable (e.g., removable or releasable). Such joining may be achieved by the two components, or the two components and any additional intermediate components, being integrally formed as a single unitary body with one another, or by the two components, or the two components and any additional intermediate components, being attached to one another.

[0119] It is important to note that the structure and arrangement of the various systems shown in the various example embodiments are illustrative and non-restrictive in nature. All changes and modifications within the spirit and / or scope of the described embodiments need to be protected. It should be understood that some features may not be necessary, and embodiments lacking various features may be considered to be within the scope of the present disclosure, which is defined by the appended claims. When the language "a portion" is used, the item may include a portion and / or the entire item unless explicitly stated to the contrary.

[0120] In addition, in the context of a list of elements, the term "or" is used in its inclusive sense (rather than its exclusive meaning) such that when used in conjunction with a list of elements, the term "or" means one, some, or all of the elements in the list. Unless otherwise explicitly stated, conjunction language such as the phrase "at least one of X, Y, and Z" is understood in the context to be generally used to convey that an item, term, etc. can be X, Y, Z, X and Y, X and Z, Y and Z, or X, Y and Z (i.e., any combination of X, Y, and Z). Therefore, unless otherwise specified, such conjunction language is generally not intended to imply that certain embodiments require that at least one X, at least one Y, and at least one Z each be present.

[0121] This application also involves the following aspects:

[0122] 1) An oil filter housing system, comprising:

[0123] A housing body, the housing body defining:

[0124] an integrated coolant supply passage, the integrated coolant supply passage including an integrated coolant supply passage inlet;

[0125] an integrated coolant volute, the integrated coolant volute including an integrated coolant volute inlet;

[0126] an oil cooler cavity configured to accommodate an oil cooler;

[0127] a first integrated oil flow passage, the first integrated oil flow passage comprising a first integrated oil flow passage outlet;

[0128] a second integrated oil flow passage, the second integrated oil flow passage comprising a second integrated oil flow passage inlet;

[0129] a third integrated oil flow passage including a third integrated oil flow passage outlet; and

[0130] An angled oil filter interface is coupled to the housing body and is configured to receive an oil filter.

[0131] 2) The oil filter housing system according to 1), further comprising an oil flow conduit fluidically connected to the first integrated oil flow channel.

[0132] 3) The oil filter housing system according to 1), further comprising a coolant inlet fluidly connected to the integrated coolant supply passage.

[0133] 4) The oil filter housing system according to 1), wherein:

[0134] The angled oil filter interface is integral with the housing body and disposed along a plane; and

[0135] The third integrated oil flow passage defines a central axis and is configured such that the central axis is not orthogonal to the plane.

[0136] 5) The oil filter housing system according to 1), wherein the housing body further defines a fourth integrated oil flow passage fluidly connected to the second integrated oil flow passage.

[0137] 6) The oil filter housing system according to 1), wherein the housing body further defines at least one valve cavity configured to receive a valve.

[0138] 7) The oil filter housing system according to 4), wherein the housing body further defines:

[0139] a first valve chamber and a second valve chamber, the first valve chamber and the second valve chamber each being configured to receive a pressure regulating valve; and

[0140] A third valve chamber is configured to receive a pressure regulating bypass valve.

[0141] 8) The oil filter housing system according to 1), further comprising a support rib integral with the housing body, and wherein the housing body further defines a recess, the support rib being positioned within the recess.

[0142] 9) The oil filter housing system according to 1), further comprising an idler gear mounting interface coupled to the housing body and configured to receive an idler gear.

[0143] 10) The oil filter housing system according to 1), further comprising an oil thermostat mounting interface coupled to the housing body and configured to receive an oil thermostat.

[0144] 11) An oil filtration system comprising:

[0145] The oil filter housing system according to 1); and

[0146] One or more accessories are coupled to the oil filter housing system.

[0147] 12) The oil filtration system according to 11), wherein the one or more accessories include one or more of the oil filter, a coolant pump, a coolant inlet, an oil supplier, the oil cooler, and a turbocharger.

[0148] 13) The oil filtration system according to 11), wherein:

[0149] The angled oil filter interface is integral with the housing body and disposed along a plane; and

[0150] The third integrated oil flow passage defines a central axis and is configured such that the central axis is orthogonal to the plane.

[0151] 14) An engine system, comprising:

[0152] The oil filter housing system according to 1),

[0153] a coolant pump fluidly coupled to the housing body;

[0154] an oil cooler fluidly coupled to the housing body;

[0155] a turbocharger fluidly coupled to the housing body; and

[0156] An oil filter is fluidly coupled to the angled oil filter interface.

[0157] 15) The engine system according to 14), wherein the oil filter housing system includes an oil flow conduit fluidly connected to the first integrated oil flow channel, and wherein the oil flow conduit is fluidly coupled to the housing body.

[0158] 16) The engine system according to 14), wherein the oil filter housing system includes a coolant inlet fluidly connected to the integrated coolant supply passage, and wherein the coolant inlet is fluidly coupled to the housing body.

[0159] 17) The engine system of 14) wherein the housing body defines an oil supply line connector configured to connect to an oil supply line when the oil filter housing system is installed within the engine system.

[0160] 18) The engine system of 14) wherein the integrated coolant volute includes a passage or channel and has a curvature corresponding to a curvature in a body or passage of the coolant pump.

Claims

1. An oil filter housing system, comprising: A housing body, the housing body defining: an integrated coolant supply passage, the integrated coolant supply passage including an integrated coolant supply passage inlet; an integrated coolant volute, the integrated coolant volute including an integrated coolant volute inlet; an oil cooler cavity configured to accommodate an oil cooler; a first integrated oil flow passage, the first integrated oil flow passage comprising a first integrated oil flow passage outlet; a second integrated oil flow passage, the second integrated oil flow passage comprising a second integrated oil flow passage inlet; a third integral oil flow passage, the third integral oil flow passage comprising a third integral oil flow passage outlet; and An angled oil filter interface is coupled to the housing body and is configured to receive an oil filter.

2. The oil filter housing system according to claim 1, further comprising: an oil flow conduit fluidly connected to the first integral oil flow passage; and / or A coolant inlet is fluidly connected to the integrated coolant supply passage.

3. The oil filter housing system of claim 1, wherein: The angled oil filter interface is integral with the housing body and disposed along a plane; and The third integrated oil flow passage defines a central axis and is configured such that the central axis is not orthogonal to the plane.

4. The oil filter housing system according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein: The housing body also defines: a fourth integrated oil flow passage, the fourth integrated oil flow passage being fluidly connected to the second integrated oil flow passage; and / or At least one valve chamber is configured to receive a valve.

5. The oil filter housing system according to claim 3, wherein: The housing body also defines: a first valve chamber and a second valve chamber, each of the first valve chamber and the second valve chamber being configured to receive a pressure regulating valve; and A third valve chamber is configured to receive a pressure regulating bypass valve.

6. The oil filter housing system according to any one of claims 1-3 and 5, further comprising: a support rib, the support rib being integral with the housing body, wherein the housing body further defines a recess, the support rib being positioned within the recess; and / or an idler gear mounting interface coupled to the housing body and configured to receive an idler gear; and / or An oil thermostat mounting interface is coupled to the housing body and is configured to receive an oil thermostat.

7. An oil filtration system comprising: The oil filter housing system according to claim 1 or 2; and One or more accessories are coupled to the oil filter housing system.

8. The oil filtration system according to claim 7, wherein: The one or more accessories include one or more of the oil filter, a coolant pump, a coolant inlet, an oil supply, the oil cooler, and a turbocharger.

9. The oil filtration system according to claim 7 or 8, wherein: The angled oil filter interface is integral with the housing body and disposed along a plane; and The third integrated oil flow passage defines a central axis and is configured such that the central axis is orthogonal to the plane.

10. An engine system comprising: The oil filter housing system according to claim 1, a coolant pump fluidly coupled to the housing body; an oil cooler fluidly coupled to the housing body; a turbocharger fluidly coupled to the housing body; and An oil filter is fluidly coupled to the angled oil filter interface.

11. The engine system according to claim 10, wherein: The oil filter housing system comprises: an oil flow conduit fluidly connected to the first integral oil flow passage, wherein the oil flow conduit is fluidly coupled to the housing body; and / or A coolant inlet is fluidly connected to the integrated coolant supply passage, wherein the coolant inlet is fluidly coupled to the housing body.

12. The engine system according to claim 10 or 11, wherein: The housing body defines an oil supply line connector configured to connect to an oil supply line when the oil filter housing system is installed within the engine system.

13. The engine system according to claim 10 or 11, wherein: The integrated coolant volute includes a passage or channel and has a curvature that corresponds to the curvature in the body or passage of the coolant pump.

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