Method for vehicle creep torque control
US7909730B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 2, 2007 |
| Grant date | Mar 22, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 18, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60W2540/12
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A vehicle and a method of operation. The method of operating the vehicle may include a method of controlling a creep torque in a vehicle having a powertrain configured to provide variable creep torque. The method may comprise the steps of: detecting a vehicle creep torque condition, determining a brake torque, and adjusting a creep torque applied by the powertrain based on the brake torque.
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