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Apparatus and methods for continuous variable valve timing

US7866292B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 26, 2008
Grant dateJan 11, 2011
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Expiry dateMay 23, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF01L1/348
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Apparatus and methods for shifting the phase between a driver gear and a driven gear in communication by a timing belt are provided as well as methods for configuring the apparatus. The apparatus may continuously vary the phase relationship between the driver gear and the driven gear.

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