System for assisting a main engine start-up
US7240653B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 31, 2005 |
| Grant date | Jul 10, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 31, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02J7/1423
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method is provided for assisting a start-up of a work machine having a battery assembly and a main engine. The method may include starting an auxiliary power unit, and using electrical power generated by the auxiliary power unit to condition the battery assembly. The method may also include adding electrical power generated by the auxiliary power unit to electrical power generated by the battery assembly for a main engine cranking event.
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