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Breakerless ignition control system

US3974817A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 18, 1974
Grant dateAug 17, 1976
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Expiry dateJul 18, 1994

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF02P5/02
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An ignition system for use with spark ignited engines wherein the ignition system is compact and mounted beneath the associated flywheel. The ignition system includes a manually actuated timing ring for manually advancing the firing point, and includes a rotor essentially in the form of a spiral having a discrete discontinuity on its periphery for providing enhanced safety features.

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