Methods for controlling fuel supply systems

By increasing the pressure in the fuel supply system to activate and re-inspect the pressure relief valve, the problem of difficult-to-identify pressure relief valve leaks is solved. This enables the self-repair of the pressure relief valve's sealing performance and accurate location of leaks in other components, thereby improving system reliability.

CN107448311BActive Publication Date: 2026-05-26ROBERT BOSCH GMBH
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ROBERT BOSCH GMBH
Filing Date
2017-05-10
Publication Date
2026-05-26

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Technical Problem

In existing fuel supply systems, leaks in pressure relief valves are difficult to accurately identify and distinguish, which may cause fuel to leak into the combustion chamber or other parts of the system, affecting engine operation. Existing technologies are unable to effectively eliminate this type of leakage.

Method used

When a leak is detected, the pressure relief valve is activated by increasing the pressure in the fuel supply system. The leak is then rechecked for further leakage. If the pressure relief valve has a sealing problem, the leak is eliminated by repeatedly opening and closing it. Otherwise, the leak is attributed to other components.

Benefits of technology

Effectively distinguish between pressure relief valve leakage and leakage from other components, ensure the pressure relief valve's sealing performance, avoid unnecessary fault diagnosis and maintenance, and improve system reliability.

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Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for controlling a fuel supply system, the fuel supply system including a high-pressure pump and a pressure relief valve, wherein the method involves checking for leaks in the fuel supply system; increasing the pressure in the fuel supply system until the pressure relief valve actuates; subsequently checking again for leaks in the fuel supply system; and attributing the leaks to components based on whether leaks are identified during the re-inspection.
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