Reducing power consumption and noise of electrically actuated valves
US7204210B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 1, 2005 |
| Grant date | Apr 17, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 1, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF01L2810/04
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for controlling electromechanical valves operating in an engine is presented. According to the method, armature levitation is strategically used during a cycle of a cylinder. The method can reduce fuel consumption and power supply requirements, at least under some conditions.
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