Development of the Variable Valve Timing and Lift (VTEC) Engine for the Honda NSX Honda R&D Company, Limited

Format:

Conference/Event

Author/Creator:

Hosaka, Takefumi, author.

Conference Name:

Autotechnologies Monte-Carlo (1991-01-21 : Monte Carlo, Monaco)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Warrendale, PA SAE International 1991

Summary:

The Honda variable valve timing and lift electronic control system (VTEC) is incorporated in the engine of the NSX sports car that is scheduled for sales in Europe this year.In the process of advancement of Honda's engine technology, VTEC was developed for much higher output and higher efficiency.This is actually the first system in the world that can simultaneously switch the timing and lift of the intake and exhaust valves. This system has made improvements in maximum output at high rpm, and also improved the low rpm range, such as idling stability and starting capability

Notes:

Vendor supplied data

Publisher Number:

910008

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license