Method for operating multi-cylinder internal combustion engine, involves operating one or more cylinders as motor, where other cylinders are operated as compressor

摘要

The method involves operating one or more cylinders (2,3) as a motor, where other cylinders (1,4) are operated as a compressor. The compressed fresh air is supplied to the motor through the inlet valves. The combustion gases produce force acting on the crankshaft. An independent claim is also included for a device for operating a multi-cylinder internal combustion engine.