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Temperature sensor diagnostics

US8079351B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 10, 2008
Grant dateDec 20, 2011
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Expiry dateSep 14, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T10/40
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system for an internal combustion engine of a vehicle is disclosed. In one example, characteristics of an oxygen sensor are a basis for determining degradation of a temperature sensor. In this way, the system can provide redundant exhaust gas temperature sensing.

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