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“VaneCAM” the third generation of camshaft adjustment systems

“VaneCAM” Nockenwellenversteller der dritten Generation

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Continuously variable camphasers are now well established for modern spark-ignition engines in high-volume production. With the latest generation of camshaft adjustment systems using the vane-type actuator principle, it is possible to move rapidly and reliably through a large adjustment angle. The layout of these adjusting systems is very simple. The production costs are low in comparison to the first generation of camphasers using spur/helical gears to vary the valve timing. The new-generation systems are mechatronic, with the function depending on the coordination and tuning of hydraulic actuation and engine electronics. The term “VaneCAM” is used for the continuously variable systems of this new generation supplied by Hydraulik- Ring in Nürtingen, Germany.

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  1. Andreas Knecht
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  2. Wolfgang Stephan
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Knecht, A., Stephan, W. & Hannibal, W. “VaneCAM” the third generation of camshaft adjustment systems. MTZ Worldw 63, 15–18 (2002). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03227533

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