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Mechanical governor for internal combustion engines

US4977879A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 12, 1990
Grant dateDec 18, 1990
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Expiry dateFeb 12, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF02D2009/0208
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A mechanical speed governor for internal combustion engines includes a centrifugal weight carrier and an arm means that extends through the top side of the upper engine housing. The arm means moves in response to movement by the centrifugal weight carrier to control the amount of fuel delivered for engine combustion. The governor arrangement avoids the oil seal and bell crank levers required in prior art devices.

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