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Hybrid electric vehicle hold function

US8579765B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 18, 2010
Grant dateNov 12, 2013
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Expiry dateJul 27, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60W2540/12
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A vehicle powertrain with engine start-stop characteristics is capable of maintaining a vehicle stationary on a roadway with a gradient when wheel brakes are applied to stop the vehicle as the engine is shut down. Vehicle creep and vehicle launch is achieved as the engine is re-started following detection of a brake release signal based on engine speed.

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