System and method for starting an engine
US11391229B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 7, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jul 19, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 2, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02N2200/0815
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods and systems for operating an engine with an electrically heated catalyst and an electrically driven compressor are described. In one example, the electrically driven compressor and the electrically heated catalyst are activated before an engine start so that vehicle emissions may be reduced more efficiently at engine starting and thereafter.
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