Controlled compression internal combustion engine having fluid pressure extensible connecting rod

摘要

A reciprocating piston-type internal combustion engine is equipped with a variable length connecting rod which is operable in response to engine oil pump pressures to cause a low throttle fuel charge to be compressed in the engine cylinder to substantially the same pressure as an open throttle fuel charge. An adjustable pressure regulator valve is provided to insure a substantially constant oil pressure at the connecting rod at all times during operation of the engine.