Methods and system for reducing a possibility of spark plug fouling
US10760482B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 18, 2019 |
| Grant date | Sep 1, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 18, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02P11/00
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods for operating a vehicle that includes an engine and an electric machine are described. In one example, operation of the engine may be adjusted to compensate for conditions when carbon deposits may build on one or more engine spark plugs. The engine adjustments may help to remove carbon deposits from the engine's spark plugs.
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