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Automotive vehicle microprocessor control having grade-holder vehicle speed control

US5224045A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 27, 1990
Grant dateJun 29, 1993
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Expiry dateNov 27, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF02D2200/501
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A microprocessor engine control for a diesel engine powered truck is provided with a grade-holder vehicle speed control by another algorithm that is effective to cause the engine operation to move from one horsepower vs. speed curve to another when the vehicle encounters a change in load, such as when the vehicle encounters a change in grade.

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