System and method for utilizing estimated driver braking effort
US7448983B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 3, 2005 |
| Grant date | Nov 11, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 27, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02D2250/18
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for controlling an engine of a vehicle operated by a driver may comprise detecting actuation of a braking device of the vehicle by the driver; calculating a parameter indicative of an actual amount of braking effort by said driver based on vehicle conditions; and adjusting an engine operating parameter based on said parameter. The method can adjust a number of cylinders carrying out combustion, fuel cut operation, a level of powertrain output torque (positive, and/or negative), and/or other engine parameters.
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