“…Differences in magnitude of parameters, between the modelled time-related voltage and current waveform, relative to the waveforms measured on an ongoing basis, are the residual quantities that may constitute a diagnostic parameter enabling determination not only of the valve's technical condition [12,39], but also the type and size of the damage. As a result of detection of the change in residual value, indicating an early stage of the valve damage, the valve can be switched off operation or the parameters of its work corrected so as to minimise the wear effect without delay [7,38] before they can affect the system's reliability [40,43] This would be a proecological action, with a deep economic impact, since the occurrence of subsequent resultant engine and exhaust purification system damage is prevented.…”