An electronic engine fuel controller that is simple, low cost, easily
installed, and configurable for any internal combustion engine. The
system is intended for upgrading older carbureted vehicles or vehicles
that have been modified beyond the limits of the OEM controller. It takes
advantage of modern micro controller technology with integrated memory,
digital input/output, sensor and timer channels to produce a low parts
count, as well as reliable operation in a large variety of vehicles, even
when installed by people with little experience of knowledge in this
area. Operation is by sensing a tachometer signal from the existing
distributor, ignition coil, toothed wheel or similar device that produces
one electronic pulse for each cylinder cycle. When a pulse is received,
software in the micro measures engine operating parameters, calculates
fuel parameters, and fires one or more injectors depending on how the
system is configured. Configuration software operating on an external
computer or laptop and communicating with the micro allows the user to
modify any of the controller parameters or tables used for the fuel
calculations.