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- F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
- F02—COMBUSTION ENGINES; HOT-GAS OR COMBUSTION-PRODUCT ENGINE PLANTS
- F02M—SUPPLYING COMBUSTION ENGINES IN GENERAL WITH COMBUSTIBLE MIXTURES OR CONSTITUENTS THEREOF
- F02M26/00—Engine-pertinent apparatus for adding exhaust gases to combustion-air, main fuel or fuel-air mixture, e.g. by exhaust gas recirculation [EGR] systems
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- F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
- F02—COMBUSTION ENGINES; HOT-GAS OR COMBUSTION-PRODUCT ENGINE PLANTS
- F02M—SUPPLYING COMBUSTION ENGINES IN GENERAL WITH COMBUSTIBLE MIXTURES OR CONSTITUENTS THEREOF
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- F02M26/13—Arrangement or layout of EGR passages, e.g. in relation to specific engine parts or for incorporation of accessories
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- F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
- F02—COMBUSTION ENGINES; HOT-GAS OR COMBUSTION-PRODUCT ENGINE PLANTS
- F02M—SUPPLYING COMBUSTION ENGINES IN GENERAL WITH COMBUSTIBLE MIXTURES OR CONSTITUENTS THEREOF
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- F02M26/52—Systems for actuating EGR valves
- F02M26/53—Systems for actuating EGR valves using electric actuators, e.g. solenoids
- F02M26/54—Rotary actuators, e.g. step motors
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- F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
- F02—COMBUSTION ENGINES; HOT-GAS OR COMBUSTION-PRODUCT ENGINE PLANTS
- F02M—SUPPLYING COMBUSTION ENGINES IN GENERAL WITH COMBUSTIBLE MIXTURES OR CONSTITUENTS THEREOF
- F02M26/00—Engine-pertinent apparatus for adding exhaust gases to combustion-air, main fuel or fuel-air mixture, e.g. by exhaust gas recirculation [EGR] systems
- F02M26/52—Systems for actuating EGR valves
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- F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
- F02—COMBUSTION ENGINES; HOT-GAS OR COMBUSTION-PRODUCT ENGINE PLANTS
- F02M—SUPPLYING COMBUSTION ENGINES IN GENERAL WITH COMBUSTIBLE MIXTURES OR CONSTITUENTS THEREOF
- F02M26/00—Engine-pertinent apparatus for adding exhaust gases to combustion-air, main fuel or fuel-air mixture, e.g. by exhaust gas recirculation [EGR] systems
- F02M26/65—Constructional details of EGR valves
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- F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
- F02—COMBUSTION ENGINES; HOT-GAS OR COMBUSTION-PRODUCT ENGINE PLANTS
- F02M—SUPPLYING COMBUSTION ENGINES IN GENERAL WITH COMBUSTIBLE MIXTURES OR CONSTITUENTS THEREOF
- F02M26/00—Engine-pertinent apparatus for adding exhaust gases to combustion-air, main fuel or fuel-air mixture, e.g. by exhaust gas recirculation [EGR] systems
- F02M26/65—Constructional details of EGR valves
- F02M26/66—Lift valves, e.g. poppet valves
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- the present invention relates generally to an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system for regulating the flow of an exhaust gas.
- EGR exhaust gas recirculation
- EGR systems are increasingly being utilized to improve the efficiency of engines and reduce the harmful effects of the exhaust gas on the environment.
- an engine burns fuel, it produces an exhaust gas which contains unburned fuel and other impurities.
- the exhaust gas is redirected through the engine to burn any unburned fuel remaining in the exhaust gas. Reburning the exhaust gas before it is released reduces the harmful effects of the exhaust gas on the atmosphere and enables the vehicle to meet government emission standards.
- EGR systems In order to recirculate the exhaust gas, EGR systems typically include a valve and a cooler.
- the valve regulates the amount of exhaust gas that is introduced back into the engine.
- the cooler cools the exhaust gas to a specified temperature which condenses the unburned fuel.
- Prior EGR systems utilize a vacuum source with a diaphragm actuator to open and close the valve.
- the diaphragm actuator has a slow response time and is either open or closed with no intermediate valve position.
- One drawback to the prior art is that the slow response time of valves reduce the horsepower and efficiency of the engine, limiting the amount the EGR system may be used.
- EP 0887540 describes an exhaust gas recirculation system having a valve operable by an actuator including an electric motor.
- a gear train is provided between the output shaft of the motor and the stem of the valve.
- US 6041764 discloses an exhaust circulation control valve having first and second valve arrangements. The first valve is controlled by a drive mechanism while the second valve is spring-biased to a closed position and is opened by contact with the first valve.
- the present invention relates to valve apparatus for regulating the flow of an exhaust gas.
- a valve apparatus for regulating a flow of an exhaust gas comprising:
- a motor rotates a shaft which opens or closes a plurality of valves.
- the amount of exhaust gas flowing through the EGR valve apparatus is proportional to the amount the valves are opened or closed.
- a force balanced rotary EGR valve assembly including balance seat valves is utilized.
- the shaft When more exhaust is to enter a chamber, the shaft is rotated, moving a downward balanced seat rotary EGR valve downwardly out of the chamber against the flow of exhaust and an upward balanced seat rotary EGR valve upwardly into the chamber with the flow of exhaust. Rotating the shaft in the opposite direction reverses the movement of the valves, allowing less exhaust gas to enter the chamber.
- a third embodiment includes an inline poppet located on each valve which opens to allow gas to enter the chamber before the EGR valve is opened to overcome the pressure in the system.
- a cam translates the rotary motion of the motor shaft to the linear motion of a valve shaft to open the EGR valve.
- the motor rotates the motor shaft to pivot a balance arm in a fourth embodiment.
- a first end of the arm moves upwardly to raise an EGR valve, and a second end of the arm moves downwardly to lower an EGR valve, allowing more exhaust gas to enter the chamber.
- Reverse rotation of the shaft reverses the movement of the valves, allowing less exhaust gas to enter the chamber.
- the present invention provides an exhaust gas recirculation system for regulating the flow of an exhaust gas.
- a method for regulating a flow of an exhaust gas in an exhaust gas recirculation system comprising the steps of:
- the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system illustrated in Figure 1 , comprises an engine control unit (ECU) 10 which transmits a pulse width modulated (PWM) signal 20 to a printed circuit board (PCB) pilot circuit 12.
- PWM pulse width modulated
- PCB printed circuit board
- a PWM signal 20 is not strong enough to operate a motor 14, the pilot circuit 12 is connected to a second current source 18, such as a battery, which increases the strength of the PWM signal 20.
- the pilot circuit 12 then transmits a second signal 22 to the motor 14, which actuates a valve apparatus 16 to control the flow of a fresh air/exhaust gas mixture back into the system.
- the motor 14 is an electric D/C motor 14, preferably a monophase electromagnetic actuator.
- the ECU 10 is programmed to operate the EGR system at certain customer specified duty cycles. As a vehicle travels at a constant speed, the ECU 10 transmits a signal to operate the EGR system at full capacity. However, when the vehicle requires maximum horsepower, such as during acceleration, the ECU 10 transmits the PWM signal 20 to close the valves apparatus 16, to step exhaust gas recirculation. The ECU 10 is limited by being able to transmit a signal of no more than 1.3 amps.
- FIG. 2 illustrates a first embodiment of the EGR valve apparatus 16 of the present invention.
- a non-contact sensor of the motor 14 receives a signal from the pilot circuit 12 and in response rotates a shaft 30 to proportionally open or close a plurality of valves 28.
- the motor 14 is attached to a housing 42 by a bracket 34, which provides support for the shaft 30 and withstands the torque produced as the shaft 30 rotates.
- Each of the valves 28 includes an arm 44 connected to a disc 46 by a pin. As the shaft 30 rotates, the arm 44 pivots and the disc 46 moves, opening and closing the valves 28. In this embodiment, each of the valves 28 are substantially positioned on the same side of the shaft 30.
- exhaust gas flows from the engine, which is fastened to the housing 42 at a first mounting face 24, through an exhaust gas inlet 40.
- the exhaust gas enters a chamber 36 and exits the valve assembly 16 through the outlet 38.
- the exhaust gas then flows into a cooler, which is fastened to the housing 42 at a second mounting face 26. While multiple valves are shown for increased exhaust gas flow, only one may be used if desired.
- a valve assembly 116 including force balanced seat rotary EGR valves 128 is utilized. As the motor 114 operates, the shaft 130 rotates to proportionally raise and lower the rotary EGR valves 128 allowing exhaust to enter the chamber 136 from the engine. While a pair of force balanced rotary EGR valves 128 are illustrated, any number may be utilized. In this embodiment, the rotary EGR valves 128 are positioned on opposite sides of the shaft 130.
- each rotary EGR valve 128 includes a pintle 148 attached to a bottom portion 150 of a valve shaft 144.
- the shaft 130 is rotated so that the downward rotary EGR valve 128a moves downwardly out of the chamber 126 against the flow of exhaust, and the upward rotary EGR valve 128b moves upwardly into the chamber 136 with the flow of exhaust.
- the degree of rotation of the shaft 130 determines the amount the rotary EGR valves 128a, 128b are opened. It is preferred that the shaft 130 be rotated 20°, although other degrees of rotation are possible depending on system requirements.
- the shaft 130 When less exhaust is to enter the system, the shaft 130 is rotated in the opposite direction, reversing the abovementioned movement of the valves 128a, 128b.
- the pintles 148 of the rotary EGR valves 128 fit securely into an orifice 146 cut into the first mounting face 124 of the housing 142, preventing exhaust from being recirculated into the system.
- each valve shaft 144 is attached to a curved arm 154 secured to the motor shaft 130 by a pin 158, the valve shaft 144 being positioned within an orifice 164 in the pin 158.
- Wave washers 160 are utilized to reduce wear.
- a threaded nut 162 positioned on the upper portion 152 of the valve shaft 144 secures the assembly.
- the arms 154 pivot and transfer the rotational movement of the shaft 130 into the linear movement of the rotary EGR valves 128a, 128b.
- a spring can be employed on the motor shaft 130 proximate to the motor 114 to prevent vibrations and to act as a fail safe mechanism to close the valves 128a, 128b if the motor 114 loses power.
- Figure 5 illustrates a third embodiment of the EGR valve assembly 216 in an open position.
- An inline poppet 266 located on the pintle 248 opens to allow gas to enter the chamber 236 before the EGR valve 228 is opened. This overcomes the pressure in the system, reducing the force needed to open the EGR valve 228.
- the motor 214 rotates a shaft 230 which is connected to a cam 268, the cam 268 translating the rotary motion of the motor shaft 230 to the linear motion of the valve shaft 244 and opens the EGR valve 228.
- the degree of rotation of the motor shaft 230 determines the degree of the opening of the EGR valve 228. Rotation of the motor shaft 230 moves the pintle 248 towards or away from the orifice 246 to allow the desired amount of exhaust gas to enter the chamber 236.
- Fig. 6 illustrates a fourth embodiment of valve assembly 316.
- the motor 314 rotates a motor shaft 330, pivoting a balance arm 372 so that a first end 374b of the arm 372 moves upwardly to raise the rotary EGR valve 328b, and the second end 374a of the arm 372 moves downwardly to lower the rotary EGR valve 328a.
- Reverse rotation of the shaft 330 reverses the movement of the valves 328a, 328b.
- the degree of the opening of the valves 328a, 328b is determined by the ECU 10.
- FIG. 7 illustrates an air venturi valve apparatus 416.
- Fresh air enters from a fresh air inlet 432 in a first elongated tube 424 and exhaust gas enters from an exhaust gas inlet, mixing in a chamber 436 of a housing 442.
- the fresh air/exhaust gas mixture exits the housing 442 through a fresh air/exhaust gas mixture outlet 438 in a second elongated tube 426, leading back to the system.
- the motor 414 rotates a shaft 444 of a poppet 430 threaded in the first elongated tube 424, separating a pintle 448 from an orifice 446.
- the pintle 448 moves away, the fresh air/exhaust gas mixture passes through the orifice 446 and into the system.
- the pintle 448 of the poppet 430 can be repositioned depending on the system requirements.
- the valve shaft 444 is rotated such that the pintle 448 is secured in the orifice 446, blocking the flow of fresh air/exhaust gas into the second elongated tube 426 and into the system.
- the motor 14 can proportionally open the valves 28, allowing for various flow ranges. Secondly, the motor 14 achieves a faster response than the vacuum actuators of the prior art. Additionally, this EGR system reduces space requirements within the engine compartment due to the compact size of the motor 14.
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Description
- The present invention relates generally to an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system for regulating the flow of an exhaust gas.
- EGR systems are increasingly being utilized to improve the efficiency of engines and reduce the harmful effects of the exhaust gas on the environment. As an engine burns fuel, it produces an exhaust gas which contains unburned fuel and other impurities. In an EGR system, the exhaust gas is redirected through the engine to burn any unburned fuel remaining in the exhaust gas. Reburning the exhaust gas before it is released reduces the harmful effects of the exhaust gas on the atmosphere and enables the vehicle to meet government emission standards.
- In order to recirculate the exhaust gas, EGR systems typically include a valve and a cooler. The valve regulates the amount of exhaust gas that is introduced back into the engine. The cooler cools the exhaust gas to a specified temperature which condenses the unburned fuel.
- Prior EGR systems utilize a vacuum source with a diaphragm actuator to open and close the valve. The diaphragm actuator has a slow response time and is either open or closed with no intermediate valve position. One drawback to the prior art is that the slow response time of valves reduce the horsepower and efficiency of the engine, limiting the amount the EGR system may be used.
- Hence, there is a need for an improved exhaust gas recirculation system for regulating the flow of an exhaust gas.
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EP 0887540 describes an exhaust gas recirculation system having a valve operable by an actuator including an electric motor. A gear train is provided between the output shaft of the motor and the stem of the valve.US 6041764 discloses an exhaust circulation control valve having first and second valve arrangements. The first valve is controlled by a drive mechanism while the second valve is spring-biased to a closed position and is opened by contact with the first valve. - The present invention relates to valve apparatus for regulating the flow of an exhaust gas.
- According to the present invention there is provided a valve apparatus for regulating a flow of an exhaust gas comprising:
- a housing defining at least one opening;
- a shaft rotatable about an axis; and
- at least one valve characterised in that the apparatus further includes an opposing valve, wherein said at least one valve and said opposing valve are attached to said rotatable shaft and extend transverse to said axis of rotation of said shaft and are linearly moveable between a first position closing each of said at least one opening and a second position spaced from each of said at least one opening.
- In one embodiment, a motor rotates a shaft which opens or closes a plurality of valves. The amount of exhaust gas flowing through the EGR valve apparatus is proportional to the amount the valves are opened or closed.
- In a second embodiment, a force balanced rotary EGR valve assembly including balance seat valves is utilized. When more exhaust is to enter a chamber, the shaft is rotated, moving a downward balanced seat rotary EGR valve downwardly out of the chamber against the flow of exhaust and an upward balanced seat rotary EGR valve upwardly into the chamber with the flow of exhaust. Rotating the shaft in the opposite direction reverses the movement of the valves, allowing less exhaust gas to enter the chamber.
- A third embodiment includes an inline poppet located on each valve which opens to allow gas to enter the chamber before the EGR valve is opened to overcome the pressure in the system. A cam translates the rotary motion of the motor shaft to the linear motion of a valve shaft to open the EGR valve.
- Alternatively, the motor rotates the motor shaft to pivot a balance arm in a fourth embodiment. A first end of the arm moves upwardly to raise an EGR valve, and a second end of the arm moves downwardly to lower an EGR valve, allowing more exhaust gas to enter the chamber. Reverse rotation of the shaft reverses the movement of the valves, allowing less exhaust gas to enter the chamber.
- Accordingly, the present invention provides an exhaust gas recirculation system for regulating the flow of an exhaust gas.
- According to a further embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a method for regulating a flow of an exhaust gas in an exhaust gas recirculation system comprising the steps of:
- providing a housing defining at least one opening, at least one valve and an opposing valve coupled to a rotatable shaft and extending transverse to an axis of rotation of said shaft, said at least one valve and said opposing valve being on opposing sides of said rotatable shaft;
- rotating said shaft; and
- moving said at least one valve and said opposing valve linearly between a first position closing said opening and a second position spaced from said opening.
- These and other features of the present invention will be best understood from the following specification and drawings.
- The various features and advantages of the invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description of the currently preferred embodiment. The drawings that accompany the detailed description can be briefly described as follows:
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Figure 1 illustrates a flow diagram for an exhaust recirculation system which regulates the flow of an exhaust gas; -
Figure 2 is a perspective view of a first embodiment of the valve apparatus of the present invention; -
Figure 3 illustrates a perspective view of a second embodiment of the valve apparatus employing a forced balanced seat EGR valve assembly; -
Figure 4 illustrates a cross sectional side view of the valves of the force balanced rotary EGR valve assembly of the second embodiment; -
Figure 5 illustrates an interior cross sectional view of a third embodiment of the valve apparatus with the force balanced rotary valves opened; -
Figure 6 illustrates an interior cross sectional view of a fourth embodiment of the valve apparatus; and -
Figure 7 illustrates a perspective internal view of an air venturi assembly. - The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system, illustrated in
Figure 1 , comprises an engine control unit (ECU) 10 which transmits a pulse width modulated (PWM)signal 20 to a printed circuit board (PCB)pilot circuit 12. APWM signal 20 is not strong enough to operate amotor 14, thepilot circuit 12 is connected to a secondcurrent source 18, such as a battery, which increases the strength of thePWM signal 20. Thepilot circuit 12 then transmits asecond signal 22 to themotor 14, which actuates avalve apparatus 16 to control the flow of a fresh air/exhaust gas mixture back into the system. It is preferred that themotor 14 is an electric D/C motor 14, preferably a monophase electromagnetic actuator. - The
ECU 10 is programmed to operate the EGR system at certain customer specified duty cycles. As a vehicle travels at a constant speed, the ECU 10 transmits a signal to operate the EGR system at full capacity. However, when the vehicle requires maximum horsepower, such as during acceleration, theECU 10 transmits thePWM signal 20 to close thevalves apparatus 16, to step exhaust gas recirculation. The ECU 10 is limited by being able to transmit a signal of no more than 1.3 amps. -
Figure 2 illustrates a first embodiment of theEGR valve apparatus 16 of the present invention. A non-contact sensor of themotor 14 receives a signal from thepilot circuit 12 and in response rotates ashaft 30 to proportionally open or close a plurality ofvalves 28. Themotor 14 is attached to ahousing 42 by abracket 34, which provides support for theshaft 30 and withstands the torque produced as theshaft 30 rotates. - Each of the
valves 28 includes anarm 44 connected to adisc 46 by a pin. As theshaft 30 rotates, thearm 44 pivots and thedisc 46 moves, opening and closing thevalves 28. In this embodiment, each of thevalves 28 are substantially positioned on the same side of theshaft 30. - After the
valves 28 have been opened, exhaust gas flows from the engine, which is fastened to thehousing 42 at afirst mounting face 24, through anexhaust gas inlet 40. The exhaust gas enters achamber 36 and exits thevalve assembly 16 through theoutlet 38. The exhaust gas then flows into a cooler, which is fastened to thehousing 42 at a second mountingface 26. While multiple valves are shown for increased exhaust gas flow, only one may be used if desired. - In a second embodiment, as illustrated in
Figure 3 , avalve assembly 116 including force balanced seat rotary EGR valves 128 is utilized. As themotor 114 operates, theshaft 130 rotates to proportionally raise and lower the rotary EGR valves 128 allowing exhaust to enter thechamber 136 from the engine. While a pair of force balanced rotary EGR valves 128 are illustrated, any number may be utilized. In this embodiment, the rotary EGR valves 128 are positioned on opposite sides of theshaft 130. - As illustrated in
Fig. 4 , each rotary EGR valve 128 includes apintle 148 attached to abottom portion 150 of avalve shaft 144. When more exhaust is to enter the system, theshaft 130 is rotated so that the downwardrotary EGR valve 128a moves downwardly out of the chamber 126 against the flow of exhaust, and the upwardrotary EGR valve 128b moves upwardly into thechamber 136 with the flow of exhaust. The degree of rotation of theshaft 130 determines the amount therotary EGR valves shaft 130 be rotated 20°, although other degrees of rotation are possible depending on system requirements. When less exhaust is to enter the system, theshaft 130 is rotated in the opposite direction, reversing the abovementioned movement of thevalves pintles 148 of the rotary EGR valves 128 fit securely into anorifice 146 cut into the first mounting face 124 of the housing 142, preventing exhaust from being recirculated into the system. - As further illustrated in
Figure 4 , anupper portion 152 of eachvalve shaft 144 is attached to acurved arm 154 secured to themotor shaft 130 by apin 158, thevalve shaft 144 being positioned within anorifice 164 in thepin 158. Wavewashers 160 are utilized to reduce wear. A threadednut 162 positioned on theupper portion 152 of thevalve shaft 144 secures the assembly. - As the
motor 114 rotates theshaft 130 according to the required input, thearms 154 pivot and transfer the rotational movement of theshaft 130 into the linear movement of therotary EGR valves motor shaft 130 proximate to themotor 114 to prevent vibrations and to act as a fail safe mechanism to close thevalves motor 114 loses power. -
Figure 5 illustrates a third embodiment of theEGR valve assembly 216 in an open position. Aninline poppet 266 located on the pintle 248 opens to allow gas to enter thechamber 236 before theEGR valve 228 is opened. This overcomes the pressure in the system, reducing the force needed to open theEGR valve 228. Themotor 214 rotates ashaft 230 which is connected to acam 268, thecam 268 translating the rotary motion of themotor shaft 230 to the linear motion of thevalve shaft 244 and opens theEGR valve 228. The degree of rotation of themotor shaft 230 determines the degree of the opening of theEGR valve 228. Rotation of themotor shaft 230 moves the pintle 248 towards or away from theorifice 246 to allow the desired amount of exhaust gas to enter thechamber 236. -
Fig. 6 illustrates a fourth embodiment ofvalve assembly 316. Themotor 314 rotates amotor shaft 330, pivoting abalance arm 372 so that afirst end 374b of thearm 372 moves upwardly to raise therotary EGR valve 328b, and thesecond end 374a of thearm 372 moves downwardly to lower therotary EGR valve 328a. As thevalves respective orifices 346, more exhaust gas is allowed to enter thechamber 336. Reverse rotation of theshaft 330 reverses the movement of thevalves valves ECU 10. -
Figure 7 illustrates an airventuri valve apparatus 416. Fresh air enters from afresh air inlet 432 in a firstelongated tube 424 and exhaust gas enters from an exhaust gas inlet, mixing in achamber 436 of ahousing 442. The fresh air/exhaust gas mixture exits thehousing 442 through a fresh air/exhaustgas mixture outlet 438 in a secondelongated tube 426, leading back to the system. - When the fresh air/exhaust gas mixture is to be released back into the system, the
motor 414 rotates ashaft 444 of apoppet 430 threaded in the firstelongated tube 424, separating apintle 448 from anorifice 446. As thepintle 448 moves away, the fresh air/exhaust gas mixture passes through theorifice 446 and into the system. The farther away thepintle 448 is positioned from theorifice 446, the more fresh air/exhaust gas mixture is allowed to pass through theorifice 446 and back into the system. - By rotating the threaded
valve shaft 444, thepintle 448 of thepoppet 430 can be repositioned depending on the system requirements. When no fresh air/exhaust gas mixture is to be allowed back into the system, thevalve shaft 444 is rotated such that thepintle 448 is secured in theorifice 446, blocking the flow of fresh air/exhaust gas into the secondelongated tube 426 and into the system. - There are many advantages to operating the EGR system with the electric D/
C motor 14. First, themotor 14 can proportionally open thevalves 28, allowing for various flow ranges. Secondly, themotor 14 achieves a faster response than the vacuum actuators of the prior art. Additionally, this EGR system reduces space requirements within the engine compartment due to the compact size of themotor 14.
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- A valve apparatus (16, 116, 216, 316) for regulating a flow of an exhaust gas comprising:a housing (42) defining at least one opening;a shaft (30, 130, 230, 330) rotatable about an axis; andat least one valve (128a, 228a, 328a); characterised in that the apparatus further includes an opposing valve (128b, 228b, 328b), wherein said at least one valve (128a, 228a, 328a) and said opposing valve (128b, 226b, 328b) are attached to said rotatable shaft (30, 130, 230, 330) and extend transverse to said axis of rotation of said shaft (30, 130, 230, 330) and are linearly moveable between a first position closing each of said at least one opening and a second position spaced from each of said at least one opening.
- The apparatus as recited in claim 1 wherein each of said at least one valve (128a, 228a, 328a) and said opposing valve (128b, 228b, 328b) are positioned on opposing sides of said shaft (30, 130, 230, 330), rotation of said shaft (30, 130, 230, 330) moving each of said at least one valve (128a, 228a, 328a) in a first direction and moving said opposing valve (128b, 228b, 328b) in an opposing second direction.
- The apparatus as recited in claim 1 or claim 2 wherein rotation of said rotatable shaft (30, 130, 230, 330) in a first direction moves said at least one valve (128a, 228a, 328a) and said opposing valve (128b, 228b, 328b) linearly to said first position and rotation of said shaft (30, 130, 230, 300) in an opposing second direction moves said at least one valve (128a, 228a, 328a) and said opposing valve (128b, 228b, 328b) linearly to said second position.
- The apparatus as recited in any of claims 1 to 3 wherein each of said at least one valve (128a) and said opposing valve (128b) are each connected to a pivotable arm (154) positioned on said rotatable shaft (13), said arms (154) transferring rotational movement of said rotatable shaft (130) to linear movement of each of said at least one valve (128a) and said opposing valve (128b).
- The apparatus as recited in any of claims 1 to 3 wherein a balance arm (372) is attached to said rotatable shaft (330) and said at least one valve (328a) is positioned on a first end (374a) of said balance arm (372) and said opposing valve (328b) is positioned on an opposing second end (374b) of said balance arm (372), rotation of said rotatable shaft (330) moving said first end (374a) and second end (374b) of said balance arm (372) in opposing directions.
- The apparatus as recited in claim 5 wherein rotation of said rotatable shaft (330) moves said first end (374a) and said at least one valve (328a) in a first direction and moves said second end (374b) and said opposing valve (328b) in an opposing second direction.
- The apparatus as recited in claim 5 or 6 wherein a centre of said balance arm (372) is attached to the shaft (330).
- The apparatus as recited in any one of claims 1 to 7 wherein there is one said at least one valve (128a, 228a, 328a) and one said opposing valve (128b, 228b, 328b).
- The apparatus as recited in any one of claims 1 to 8 wherein said shaft (30, 130, 230, 330) is rotatable 20° to move said at least one valve (128a, 228a, 328a) and said opposing valve (128b, 228b, 328b) between said first position and said second position.
- The apparatus as recited in any one of claims 1 to 9 wherein said exhaust gas enters said apparatus from an engine and exits said system into a cooler.
- A method for regulating a flow of an exhaust gas in an exhaust gas recirculation system comprising the steps of:providing a housing (42) defining at least one opening, at least one valve (128a, 228a, 328a) and an opposing valve (128b, 228b, 328b) coupled to a rotatable shaft (30, 130, 230, 330) and extending transverse to an axis of rotation of said shaft, said at least one valve and said opposing valve being on opposing sides of said rotatable shaft;rotating said shaft; andmoving said at least one valve and said opposing valve linearly between a first position closing said opening and a second position spaced from said opening.
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