Method and control system for a valve
US9188035B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 5, 2010 |
| Grant date | Nov 17, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 26, 2034 |
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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 of controlling a valve and a control system in a machine having an internal combustion engine, the system including the valve and an associated motor, and a temperature sensor that supplies a temperature signal to a controller in electrical communication with the motor. The controller supplies a closing current to the motor at a temperature signal corresponding to a temperature no greater than a preset temperature parameter, the closing current being at or above a nominal operating current of the motor and being furnished for a preset period of time.
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