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Continuous variable valve duration apparatus and control method using the same

US9803519B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 28, 2015
Grant dateOct 31, 2017
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Expiry dateFeb 11, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF01L2800/14
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A control method using a continuous variable duration apparatus provided to adjust opening duration of an intake valve of an engine includes: determining a reduction amount of a compression ratio to prevent knocking, when knocking of an engine is expected, setting a desired effective compression ratio required for the reduction amount of the effective compression ratio, setting desired duration for the set desired effective compression ratio, and controlling duration of the intake valve on the basis of the set desired duration.

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