This paper describes the application of an electronic spark control (ESC) technique in use by Ford of Europe in its campaign to improve automotive fuel economy. It illustrates how a CMOS Digital Ignition Controller, Constant Energy Thick Film Integrated Circuit, Power Darlington, discrete component interface and Piezoresistive Pressure Sensor technologies can be combined within a single ESC module for harsh environment installation within the engine compartment. The system developed for a 1983 MY introduction demonstrates that electronic spark control alone can improve engine characteristics sufficiently to enable significant increases in powertrain gearing to be made, thereby producing fuel economy benefits.


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    Title :

    Production application of Electronic Spark Control (ESC)


    Additional title:

    Anwendung der elektronischen Zuendsteuerung (ESC) in der Fertigung


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    1982


    Size :

    10 Seiten, 4 Bilder, 3 Tabellen, 8 Quellen


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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