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Online optimization of injection systems having piezoelectric elements

US6691682B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 2, 2001
Grant dateFeb 17, 2004
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Expiry dateApr 2, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF02D41/008
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Online optimization of injection systems having piezoelectric elements which are used, for example, as actuators in a fuel injection system of an internal combustion engine, wherein the piezoelectric element is activated by an activation voltage having a value set as a function of operating characteristics of the particular piezoelectric element, and based upon, for example, a correction value for injected fuel volume.

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