Exhaust pollution control circuit
Abstract
Abstract The invention relates to a circuit for actuating an output load when an input signal above a predetermined level is present. In a particular embodiment the output load is a coil which actuates a linkage to prevent the accelerator pedal of a vehicle from fully closing when it is released by the driver while the vehicle is traveling above a predetermined speed. The input signal is a varying voltage, the frequency of which is representative of the vehicle speed. By so controlling the closing of the accelerator pedal, the expulsion of unburned fumes and gas is minimized. An acceleration responsive circuit is also included. This circuit is actuated when an acceleration above a predetermined rate is reached to prevent an attempt at accelerating the vehicle at a rate beyond its capabilities.
Inventors
- 👤 Ralph Wolf Carp
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