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Variable Cam and Valve Timing (VCT) & (VVT) Webinar     

Part of the SAE Engine Technology Webinar Series

Webinar

I.D.# WB1011

Printable Description

Duration: 6 Hours

January 14-18, 2013 (3 Sessions ) - via telephone/internet Show Session Dates Session 1 - January 14 (10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ET) Session 2 - January 16 (10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ET) Session 3 - January 18 (10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ET)

This webinar will discuss the general theory and potential system benefit of varying valve timing and compare the differences between Variable Cam Timing (VCT) and Variable Valve Timing (VVT). It will cover the historical mechanisms to implement VCT and VVT systems, compared to the modern approaches. If you have a practical understanding of internal combustion technology and systems, you will gain an appreciation for VCT and VVT - its application to the automotive marketplace and its significance as it applies to improvements in the engine and overall powertrain operations.

Learning Objectives
By connecting with this webinar, you will be able to:

• Describe general theory and potential system benefit of varying valve timing
• Recognize the difference between Variable Cam Timing (VCT) and Variable Valve Timing (VVT)
• Review historical mechanisms to implement VCT and VVT systems
• Examine modern approaches to VCT and VVT systems

Who Should Attend
This intermediate level webinar is appropriate for a number of design and engineering disciplines including, but not limited to: design engineers and engineering managers, automotive engine designers, component suppliers, engine test and development engineers, design services managers, and others who require the technological knowledge to perform their respective job functions.

Prerequisites
You should have a practical understanding of current internal combustion technology and systems. An undergraduate engineering degree, or a strong technical background, is highly recommended. Basic knowledge of algebra and physics is essential.

Topical Outline
Session 1

• General Theory and Potential System Benefit of Varying Valve Timing
• Difference between Variable Cam Timing (VCT) and Variable Valve Timing (VVT)

Session 2

• Definition of the Various Operational Modifications and the Operational Benefits of Their Implementation
• Review of General Mechanisms to Implement VCT and VVT Systems

Session 3

• Modern Approaches to VCT Systems
• Modern Approaches to VVT Systems
• Practical Results

Instructor(s): W. Mark McVea
Dr. William Mark McVea, P.E., is currently Chief Technology Officer for Torvec, Inc., an industry leader in the design and development of patented powertrain engineering technology used primarily in the automotive industry. He is also President and Principal Engineer of KBE⁺, Inc. where Dr. McVea and his team design and develop complete powertrains for automotive and off-highway vehicles. His prior positions include Professor of Vehicle Dynamics and Powertrain Sciences in the Mechanical Engineering Department at the Rochester Institute of Technology and adjunct professor at Purdue University in their Automotive Sciences Department. He was also formerly a manager of the CAE group within a tier-one powertrain supplier to global automotive markets, a consulting engineer in vehicle dynamics with Gear Consultants, Inc., and a project manager of traction systems for off-highway vehicles with Clark-Hurth International.

Dr. McVea has published extensively on the topics of transmission systems, automated design assistant systems, knowledge systems and knowledge based engineering in general. He also holds or is listed as co-inventor on numerous patents related to mechanical power transmissions. Dr. McVea holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the Rochester Institute of Technology, a Ph.D. in Design Engineering from Purdue University and is a licensed Professional Engineer.

Registration Information
Registration for this webinar is available on a per-person basis, similar to purchasing a seat in a classroom. Participants attend an online session from work or home; anywhere with a PC with internet access (at least 56K) and a telephone or VoIP headset. The fee includes one connection to the two hour conference call (toll free telephone number provided for U.S. and select countries*) and assigned personal ID number; one connection to SAE's online training center (via WebEx); and access to a secure course in the SAE Learning Center that contains the webinar presentations, session recordings, supplemental materials, and assignments.

Registrations will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. the day before the start of the webinar, but early registration is encouraged to allow for pre-course set-up and instructions.

*Global toll-free telephone numbers are provided for many countries outside the U.S., but are limited to those on the WebEx call-in toll-free number list. Check here to see if your country has a global call-in toll free telephone number for this webinar. If your country is not listed, you may still connect using the US/Canada Call-in toll number (tolls from your carrier may apply) or Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP).

Test your PC and connection to see if it meets the minimum system requirements for the WebEx online training center before you register. Go to http://www.webex.com/lp/jointest/ and follow the onscreen instructions for "Join Meeting Test".

Multiple Seat Discount - 50% off more than one!

1. Register for this webinar at the list or appropriate member price and enjoy a 50% discount off the list price of the other engine technology webinars in this series (includes Displacement on Demand Systems (DoD) Webinar; Variable Compression Ratio (VCR) Webinar; Homogeneous Charge Compression Ignition (HCCI) Webinar).

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2. Register one individual at the list or appropriate member price, then register as many additional employees at half off the list price. To receive the discount, register all individuals at the same time or mention the confirmation number for the first registrant. The offer is good for only the same webinar series and dates. All registrants will receive a personal account and opportunity for CEUs.

Discount applies to webinar(s) of equal or lesser list fee. Registration by phone with SAE Customer Service is required to take advantage of these discounts.

Cancellations
Can't attend on the date/time above? The presentation will be recorded and made available for 30 days to those who are registered, regardless of availability for the live session. If you still need to cancel, transfer to a future offering, or designate a substitute, a full refund is issued if you notify SAE at least 14 days prior to the webinar start date. If less than 14 days prior, please contact SAE Customer Service to discuss options*. NOTE: SAE reserves the right to cancel webinars and cannot be held responsible for related costs incurred by registrants other than the registration fee.

*Cancellation penalties may apply.

Fees: $525.00 ; SAE Members: $420.00 - $473.00

.6 CEUs
You must complete all course contact hours and successfully pass the learning assessment to obtain CEUs.

Testimonial
"I am more focused on the ECU control and signal I/Os, but I needed the mechanical background. This webinar was well worth the time. I have a very busy schedule and I find it very difficult to get information live. Really enjoyed the instructor's candor. This webinar was a concise discussion of the technology for those that need to be leveled up to VCT and VVT."
Peter DeLuca
Performance Engineer
General Motors LLC

"Provided a great overview of the types, theory, history, and examples of VCT/VVT systems."
Scott Funke
Staff Engineer
Briggs & Stratton Corp.

To register, click Register button at the top of this page and submit the online form, or contact SAE Customer Service at 1-877-606-7323 (724/776-4970 outside the U.S. and Canada) or at CustomerService@sae.org.

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