An Opto-Coupler and Spark Plug Combination System for Vehicle Engine Ignition

Year 2011, Volume: 3 Issue: 2, 12 - 14, 15.06.2011

Murtaza Açıkel Isa Navruz , Filiz Sarı

Abstract

In this experimental work, an optoelectronic based prototype, basically a slotted opto-coupler plus a spark plug combination, for vehicle engine is constructed. Following the initial in- laboratory trials, the prototype is mounted on a one– cylinder motorcycle for the actual operation in the field. Compared to the conventional igniters, the field–tests have proven the advantages of the higher mechanical durability and ease of system integration of the prototype presented.

Keywords

vehicle engine ignition, opto-couplers, contact breaker, optoelectronics

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