Engine starting control device for a hybrid vehicle
US7766107B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 7, 2006 |
| Grant date | Aug 3, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 6, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/72
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An engine of a hybrid vehicle is lift started by reducing a rotational speed of a motor/generator of the hybrid vehicle by adjusting a gearshift ratio of a transmission coupled to the motor/generator, and engaging a clutch to couple the engine, while in a stopped state, to the rotating motor/generator for imparting the rotation to the engine.
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