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Engine starting for engine having adjustable valve operation and port fuel injection

US8763582B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 5, 2006
Grant dateJul 1, 2014
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Expiry dateJan 11, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T10/12
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method for controlling an engine during a start is presented. In one example, the method includes direct starting an engine with a port fuel injector. The method can improve engine starting during some conditions.

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