Multi-stroke cylinder operation in an internal combustion engine
US7320300B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 27, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jan 22, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 27, 2026 |
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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