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Method and apparatus of charging an engine ignition system

US9593660B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 12, 2014
Grant dateMar 14, 2017
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Expiry dateNov 15, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF02P15/001
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method for controlling the operation of an ignition exciter with a rechargeable energy source supplying electricity to a solid-state switch is disclosed. The method includes charging the energy source at a first rate when the voltage of the energy source is less than a first voltage reference value.

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