Engine compression release brake and engine using same

摘要

Traditional engine compression release brake systems include an engine brake that is associated with each cylinder of the engine. However, if the maximum braking horsepower required by the engine is less than that produced using all engine cylinders, the engine includes excess components. In an effort to reduce the number of engine components, and therefore increase engine robustness, the present invention includes an engine compression release brake system that provides a number of engine brakes that is less than the total number of engine cylinders.