Reducing engine emissions on an engine with electromechanical valves
US7021289B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 19, 2004 |
| Grant date | Apr 4, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 19, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/40
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method to control engine valve timing to improve the start of an internal combustion engine. Electromechanical valves are controlled in a manner to reduce hydrocarbon emissions during the start of an internal combustion engine.
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