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Ignition timing control system for internal combustion engine

US4606316A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 25, 1985
Grant dateAug 19, 1986
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Expiry dateFeb 25, 2005

Classification

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

Abstract

In an ignition timing control system which utilizes a knock sensor, a malfunction detecting circuit detects sensor malfunction in response to which the ignition timing is then controlled independently of the presence or absence of knock.

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