Method and apparatus for operating standard gasoline-driven...

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2008-08-22

2010-06-15

Cronin, Stephen K (Department: 3747)

Internal-combustion engines

Combined devices

C123S14300R

Reexamination Certificate

active

07735460

ABSTRACT:
The conventional spark plug of a gasoline engine is removed and replaced with a high-power spark plug capable of delivering very high power (e.g., one megawatt) over a relatively-narrow time interval (e.g., 20 nanoseconds). Next, the gasoline is replaced with a readily-available non-volatile fuel (e.g., JP-8). The gasoline—and its transportation, storage, handling and/or use—is eliminated altogether, thereby removing a strategic and tactical threat from enemy and terrorist forces who otherwise would be targeting the gasoline tanks. Additionally, or alternatively, the fuel in the line (or the fuel injector) may be heated to start a cold engine or under cold ambient temperatures.

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