Cooling system
US8333172B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 22, 2009 |
| Grant date | Dec 18, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 17, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF04B2203/0202
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In one aspect, the present disclosure is directed to a method for controlling operation of an electric water pump configured to circulate a cooling fluid. The method may include detecting a startup of an electric power source associated with the electric water pump. In addition, the method may include monitoring a voltage available to the electric water pump in response to the detected startup of the power source. The method may also include providing an activation signal to the electric water pump if the monitored voltage is equal to or greater than a first threshold voltage.
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