Actuator control system
US7006911B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 4, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 16, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/40
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system is disclosed for controlling the current used by an actuator to control actuator position. A control circuit is configured to control the actuator current to a value at or near the minimum current required to sustain the actuator in a desired position in order to maintain the actuator operating temperature below a specified maximum actuator temperature.
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