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Method for vehicle creep torque control

US7909730B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 2, 2007
Grant dateMar 22, 2011
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Expiry dateAug 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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