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Starting an engine with valves that may be deactivated

US7194993B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 19, 2004
Grant dateMar 27, 2007
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Expiry dateOct 29, 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 during the start of an internal combustion engine. Valves that may be deactivated are controlled in a manner to reduce hydrocarbon emissions during the start of an internal combustion engine.

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