Stored compressed air management for improved engine performance
US8069665B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 15, 2010 |
| Grant date | Dec 6, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 15, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/86035
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for providing air to a combustion chamber of an engine, the engine including a compressor and a boost tank selectably coupled to an intake manifold. The method includes varying a relative amount of engine exhaust in air pressurized in the boost tank based on engine operating conditions, and discharging the air pressurized in the boost tank to the intake manifold.
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