Systems and methods for determining an engine cool-down period and grounds maintenance vehicles incorporating same
US10815915B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 6, 2018 |
| Grant date | Oct 27, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 13, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02D2041/228
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods for determining an idle, recommended cool-down period (RCDP) for a prime mover of a grounds maintenance vehicle. Delaying engine shutdown until after expiration of the RCDP allows engine components to adequately cool. In some embodiments, systems and methods may provide a quantitative indication of the time remaining in the RCDP, while other embodiments may notify an operator that a re-start of the engine is necessary to continue cool-down.
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