Internal-combustion engines – Spark ignition timing control – Electronic control
Reexamination Certificate
2005-12-27
2005-12-27
Solis, Erick (Department: 3747)
Internal-combustion engines
Spark ignition timing control
Electronic control
C123S406520, C123S406550, C060S285000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06978761
ABSTRACT:
A method to deliver spark during a start for an internal combustion engine is described. The method provides individual cylinder spark angle control based on the number of fueled cylinder events. The method offers improved engine emissions while maintaining engine speed run-up performance.
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Alleman Hall McCoy Russell & Tuttle LLP
Ford Global Technologies LLC
Lippa Allan J.
Solis Erick
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