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Method and device for controlling a piezo actuator

US7528524B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 29, 2003
Grant dateMay 5, 2009
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Expiry dateJun 27, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF02D2250/14
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus and a method for controlling a piezoelectric actuator are described. The voltage applied to the piezoelectric actuator is detected at a specified time. If certain variables are present, the detection of the voltage and/or the relaying of a detected voltage value is blocked.

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