System and method for controlling engine starting devices
US12233849B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 5, 2022 |
| Grant date | Feb 25, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 31, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/62
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods for selecting which of a plurality of engine starting devices starts an internal combustion engine of a hybrid vehicle are presented. In one example, engine starting devices may be selected and operated while a vehicle is operating in a creep mode. The system and method may place a driveline disconnect clutch in a wait state or engage a flywheel starter to improve engine starting.
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