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Malfunction preventing system for a microcomputer system

US4363092A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 12, 1979
Grant dateDec 7, 1982
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Expiry dateSep 12, 1999

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF02D41/266
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A malfunction preventing system for a microcomputer system is disclosed which detects an abnormal condition in the program execution to produce an alarm or reset signal to automatically restart the computer. The malfunction preventing system is applicable to automotive engine control wherein the computer is capable of returning to normal operation upon detecting a malfunction in program operation for fuel parameter calculation, thereby to keep the automotive engine control in order.

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