Control method to dynamically limit engine torque to provide clutch overheating protection
US8246520B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 3, 2007 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 13, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D2500/70458
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for controlling the axle coupling clutch of an all wheel drive vehicle is provided. A determination is made to confirm that a coupling clutch operating property is at a predetermined entrance value. If the determination concludes that the coupling clutch operational property is at a predetermined entrance value, a signal is sent to an engine controller to modify engine torque output.
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