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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Apr. 23, 1985
Filed:
Mar. 02, 1984
Keiichi Sugiyama, Shizuoka, JP;
Abstract
Several embodiments of induction systems for internal combustion engines embodying pairs of intake passages each serving a single cylinder of the engine. In accordance with each embodiment of the invention, a device is provided for restricting the communication of the intake passages with the cylinder during idle operation so as to improve idle by precluding the backflow of exhaust gases into the intake passages. In some embodiments, the restricting means consists of throttle valves positioned in one or both of the intake passages and which are moved to a closed position when the engine is operating at idle. In accordance with embodiments of the invention, the cams associated with the intake valves provide for opening of one intake valve prior to opening of the other intake valve.