Patents by Inventor Michael D. Czekala

Michael D. Czekala has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Multiple functions cam sensing
    Patent number: 5209202
    Abstract: A variable cam phase timing system in which there is one crankshaft sensor, and one camshaft sensor per independently phase shiftable camshaft which can be used for controlling the cam phase shifting, sequential fuel control, and also spark timing during both start-up and during run. In addition, the system can control spark timing, without phase shifting, should the crankshaft sensor fail.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 1992
    Date of Patent: May 11, 1993
    Assignee: Ford Motor Company
    Inventors: James B. Maurer, Michael D. Czekala, Marc G. Mrjoian