Ignition energy control for mixed fuel engine
US8584650B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 7, 2007 |
| Grant date | Nov 19, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 13, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02P15/08
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of operating an engine including varying a level of ignition energy provided to the engine during an engine start is provided. For example, the ignition energy level may be varied responsive to the amount of alcohol in fuel delivered to the engine in order to improve cold engine starting with higher alcohol fuels.
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