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Ignition timing control method

US4380982A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 28, 1982
Grant dateApr 26, 1983
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Expiry dateMay 28, 2002

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T10/40
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A spark advance angle corresponding to an optimum ignition timing is calculated in accordance with the operating condition of an internal combustion engine. Then, a reference crank angle position utilized for controlling the ignition timing is selectively determined in accordance with the value of the calculated spark advance angle so as to reduce any error in the ignition timing resulting from a change of the rotational speed of the engine.

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