System and method for controlling a disconnect clutch for a vehicle driveline
US11976697B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 2, 2021 |
| Grant date | May 7, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 1, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/62
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Methods and systems for operating a driveline disconnect clutch actuator are provided. In one example, the driveline disconnect clutch actuator may be supplied with electric power to activate and deactivate a driveline disconnect clutch when electric power is available via a first power source. The driveline disconnect clutch actuator may be supplied with electric power to open the driveline disconnect clutch when output from the first driveline disconnect clutch is unavailable.
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