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Intake control system

US5787851A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateDec 23, 1994
Grant dateAug 4, 1998
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Expiry dateDec 23, 2014

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T10/12
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A number of embodiments of V-type internal combustion engines having an induction system which provides variable length sections for serving each combustion chamber, with each section being tuned to provide optimum charging efficiency for a different engine running speed. In addition, a flow-controlling valve is provided in the induction passages adjacent the combustion chamber and is movable between a nonrestricting flow position and a position wherein the flow is redirected to generate turbulence in the combustion chamber. The induction system is designed so as to provide a compact assembly and yet permit efficient induction and combustion under a wide range of engine speed and load conditions.

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