Internal-combustion engines – Poppet valve operating mechanism – With means for varying timing
Reexamination Certificate
2006-04-05
2008-12-02
Eshete, Zelalem (Department: 3748)
Internal-combustion engines
Poppet valve operating mechanism
With means for varying timing
C123S090160, C123S090170
Reexamination Certificate
active
07458346
ABSTRACT:
A method for controlling a variable event valvetrain during engine stop conditions is described. According to the method engine valves may be controlled to so that subsequent engine starting may be facilitated and so that energy consumption may be reduced.
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Alleman Hall McCoy Russell & Tuttle LLP
Eshete Zelalem
Ford Global Technologies LLC
Lippa Allan J.
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