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Device for automatically adjusting the rotational speed of an internal combustion engine when operating under idling conditions

Patent ·
OSTI ID:6920489
The invention relates to a device for automatically adjusting the spark advance for controlling the idling r.p.m. in an internal combustion engine, of the type controlled by first sensor means connected by a first connection to the intake duct upstream of the throttle valve. Said device also comprises a second connection to said duct downstream of said valve, said second connection being controlled by a solenoid valve controlled by second sensor means for determining the engine rotational speed, and third sensor means for determining the throttle valve position.
Assignee:
Alfa Romeo S. p. A. (Italy)
Patent Number(s):
US 4429671
OSTI ID:
6920489
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English