Direct injection alcohol engine with boost and spark control
US8245690B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 4, 2011 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 4, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/30
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Boosted engine operation and spark timing of an engine may be adjusted with alcohol content of the fuel in a direct injection engine. Further, various adjustments may be performed in numerous related systems to account for increased maximum engine torque, such as traction control, transmission shifting, etc.
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