Engine electronics

[C M Smith <cmsmith@domain.elided>]

I predict a universal EPROM type engine management computer will emerge 
long before the old IC units are unobtainable. All that is required is a 
unit which can accept inputs from a variety of sensor types and be 
programmed to utilize them correctly. There is no particular reason why an 
engine management computer has to be in one particular format for any given 
engine, it just needs to accept the inputs and produce the correct set of 
ignition, fuel, and if applicable turbo boost maps. Surely a universal ecu 
can't be too far away. Formula One essentially uses these now, programmable 
from a standard laptop, if you have the software!

Cheers


Michael Smith
Calgary, Alberta
Canada
91 Alfa 164L, White, original owner

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