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Power closure panel system performance optimizer

US10180025B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 26, 2017
Grant dateJan 15, 2019
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Expiry dateJul 29, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE05Y2900/546
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A power optimizer system for power closure panels includes a closure panel power actuator system comprising at least a motor operatively connected to a vehicle closure panel. A controller is configured to determine an optimal electrical current draw for the power actuator system according to one or more inputs relating at least to a vehicle battery status, a vehicle ambient temperature, a vehicle grade, and a vehicle climate control system status. Methods of modeling/optimizing the appropriate electrical current draw for power closure systems operating in varying voltage, temperature, grade, and climate control system conditions relative to a vehicle, or other similar mechanisms are also described.

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