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Method for measuring the electrical resistance of a glow plug

US9007076B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 25, 2012
Grant dateApr 14, 2015
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Expiry dateMar 29, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF02D35/025
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for measuring the electrical resistance of a glow plug, wherein a test current is set by closed-loop control to a constant value using a constant-current source, and is directed through the plug. A value of the electrical resistance of the glow plug is determined by evaluating a feedback signal of the constant-current source.

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