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Compound spark-ignition and diesel engine

US4037412A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateOct 9, 1975
Grant dateJul 26, 1977
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Expiry dateOct 9, 1995

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T10/12
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A supercharged rotary combustion engine which at low operating speeds and/or power functions as a spark-ignited, Otto cycle, engine which at higher speeds and/or power functions as a diesel engine.

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