Multi-contactor device for controlling electric starter
US9470199B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 21, 2012 |
| Grant date | Oct 18, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01H9/42
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A starter for an internal combustion engine, comprising: an electric motor; a drive assembly including a pinion movable between a free position and a meshed position, wherein the pinion is rotatably linked to the electric motor and the internal combustion engine; an electric switching device including a main actuator capable, when engaged, of moving and holding a plunger, in position, the plunger being linked with the movement of the pinion between the free position and the meshed position, by means of a lever; a means connected to the plunger, which is capable of establishing electrical power contact between the electric motor and a power source when the pinion is in the meshed position; and including an auxiliary actuator capable, when engaged, of opening the power contact and a means for separately controlling the main actuator and the auxiliary actuator.
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