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Electronic engine control for a motor vehicle

US5048479A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateAug 3, 1990
Grant dateSep 17, 1991
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Expiry dateAug 3, 2010

Classification

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

Abstract

The invention relates to an electronic engine control (EEC) equipped with a fuel cutoff safety device in the form of a relay 12 for controlling the winding of the fuel pump 16. A single conductor (FCOM) connects the fuel pump power supply line with the EEC in order to test and/or monitor the voltage applied across the terminals of the fuel pump, at least when the engine is started up.

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