Systems and methods for predicting engine fuel filtration system service cycle
US11384706B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 16, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jul 12, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 13, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02D2200/0602
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method for predicating a service life of a fuel filter includes causing a fuel pump of a fuel system to direct fuel through a fuel filter of a fuel system. The method also includes receiving work cycle data from machines that implement a same or similar fuel system. The method further includes receiving, via sensors of the fuel system, fuel system data and determining, from the fuel system data, a pressure difference across the fuel filter. The method further includes determining, based on the work cycle data, predicted load cycle data for the fuel system and determining, via a filter life model, a filter service interval representing an amount of time the fuel filter is operable in the fuel system prior to the pressure difference reaching a predetermined value.
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