Abstract: Methods and apparatus for controlling an engine having a first maximum power rating based on at least a first predetermined operating condition of the engine. A first sensor transmits a first signal as a function of the engine operating at a predetermined operating condition other than the first predetermined operating condition. A control device receives the first signal and transmits a power signal to the engine as a function of the first signal. The power signal may, by itself, or in conjunction with other signals, cause the engine to produce a quantity of power in excess of the first maximum power rating.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for controlling an engine having a first maximum power rating based on at least a first predetermined operating condition of the engine. A first sensor transmits a first signal as a function of the engine operating at a predetermined operating condition other than the first predetermined operating condition. A control device receives the first signal and transmits a power signal to the engine as a function of the first signal. The power signal may, by itself, or in conjunction with other signals, cause the engine to produce a quantity of power in excess of the first maximum power rating.

Abstract: An internal combustion engine includes at least one combustion cylinder and a turbocharger with a compressor for a combustion fluid which is introduced into the combustion cylinder. The compressor has a discharge outlet. An air duct is connected with the combustion cylinder for providing the combustion fluid to the combustion cylinder. The air duct has an inlet opening. An air pipe interconnects the compressor with the air duct. The air pipe has a first end connected with the discharge outlet of the compressor and a second end connected with the inlet opening of the air duct. The second end includes an outwardly projecting shoulder. A flange disposed around the second end of the air pipe includes a recess capturing the shoulder therein and an axial face attached directly with the air duct.

Abstract: A compact fluid flow control valve is provided which effectively and predictably controls the flow of fluid using a minimum number of components to permit inexpensive manufacture and assembly. The control valve includes a one-piece valve plunger guide and stop which extends through an aperture formed in a stator of the solenoid assembly. The valve plunger guide and stop includes an integral guide surface for guiding the valve plunger through reciprocal movement within the aperture of the stator, an integral stop surface positioned for abutment by the valve plunger when in the energized position to define a minimum air gap between an armature and the stator. The one-piece valve plunger guide and stop reduces the number of parts of the control valve to achieve simplicity in structure and lower costs while avoiding the need for a shim to set the minimum air gap. The present control valve also includes a plunger overtravel impact limiting device including a movable valve head and a hydraulic damping device.

Abstract: A solenoid valve is disclosed including a valve housing having a central bore and a valve seat, a valve element movable between an open position allowing fluid to pass through said valve seat and a closed position in sealing engagement with said valve seat, a valve operator for moving the valve element between the open and closed positions including a reciprocating armature plunger member extending through the bore and an armature secured to the armature plunger, and the valve seat when the valve element is in its open position without creating a path of leakage when the valve element is in its closed position. The armature plunger includes a threaded-end portion which extends from the valve seat for receiving a valve assembly which is provided with a top portion forming a sealing face and a bottom portion having a central opening adapted to receive the threaded end portion of the armature plunger.

Abstract: A solenoid valve is disclosed including a valve housing having a central bore and a valve seat, a valve element movable between an open position allowing fluid to pass through said valve seat and a closed position in sealing engagement with said valve seat, a valve operator for moving the valve element between the open and closed positions including a reciprocating armature plunger member extending through the bore and an armature secured to the armature plunger, a valve adjustment for adjustably mounting the valve element relative to the valve operator for permitting adjustment to within an acceptable tolerance of a predetermined distance between the valve element and the valve seat when the valve element is in its open position without creating a path of leakage when the valve element is in its closed position.