Variable valve timing operated engine
US5161497A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 11, 1992 |
| Grant date | Nov 10, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 11, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/12
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of operating an automotive-type engine by independently phase shifting the intake and exhaust valves to provide at part loads late closing of the intake valve during the compression stroke to reduce pumping losses, with a delayed overlap between the opening of the intake valve and closing of the exhaust valve controlled to reduce HC and control NO.sub.x by providing a desired level internal EGR by the backflow of gases into the cylinder and intake port, and late opening of the exhaust valve during the expansion stroke to increase expansion work; also a low overlap at idle for improved stability, and optimizing valve timings at wide open throttle for increased torque and power output.
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