Cruise control system and method of operation for downshifting in descent following a repeated or prolonged activation of the driver
US10024419B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 22, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jul 17, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 22, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2061/0237
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A cruise control system of a motor vehicle includes additional functionality to address increasing vehicle speed on a down gradient. A downshift is commanded upon detection of repeated or prolonged activation of a speed-down control, the additional engine braking reducing vehicle speed to cruise speed in a manner which is within driver expectation.
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