Measurement of valve movement

In order to optimize engine power, fuel consumption and valve lifetime, it is important to measure the exact valve movement in the running internal combustion engine. Using eddy-current displacement sensors it is possible to acquire the position of intake and exhaust valves. This can occur both in towing and in normal powered modes. Different measurement arrangements are practicable for these two modes of operation.

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