Engine response adjustment based on traffic conditions
US8352146B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 13, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jan 8, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 12, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02D2250/18
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for controlling an engine of a vehicle in response to an operator input, comprising, during a first non-cruise control condition and at first distance to a forward vehicle, adjusting engine output in response to said operator input with a first relationship; and during a second non-cruise control condition and at a second, greater, distance to a forward vehicle, adjusting engine output in response to said operator input with a second relationship different from said first.
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