Discharge ignition apparatus for internal combustion engine
US5513619A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 30, 1995 |
| Grant date | May 7, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 30, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02P11/025
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An improved capacitive discharge ignition system utilizes a permanent magnet assembly revolving in synchronism with operation of an internal combustion engine to generate spark energy. The relatively high voltage necessary to initiate an ignition spark is produced by application of a capacitive discharge voltage to the primary coil of a step-up transformer. The ignition spark is initiated in timed relationship when a voltage otherwise induced on the secondary coil of the step-up transformer by revolution of the magnet assembly exceeds a characteristic spark sustaining potential. Longer spark duration at lower engine speeds is provided by configuring the discharge circuit such that no more than a negligible current flows in the charge coil during the time in which the sustaining potential is being utilized to maintain the spark. In some exemplary constructions, the discharge voltage may be triggered by a voltage divider network electrically connected across the primary coil.
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