Engine stop-start electrical circuit
US4160916A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 12, 1977 |
| Grant date | Jul 10, 1979 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 1997 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S123/11
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An electrical circuit for use with an engine having an alternator has a relay to control a solenoid to properly shut down a diesel engine and includes openable and closable contacts for supplying power to another portion of the circuit, it being ensured that such contacts remain closed when either the vehicle key is in the on position or there exists an alternator output.
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