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System and method for controlling loads on a dual mass flywheel attached to an engine based on engine speed

US8798880B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 23, 2011
Grant dateAug 5, 2014
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Expiry dateMay 30, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16H2063/426
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A system according to the principles of the present disclosure includes an engine speed module and a downshift indicator module. The engine speed module determines an engine speed when a clutch is engaged with a dual mass flywheel. The downshift indicator module generates a downshift indicator signal when the engine speed is less than a first speed, the downshift indicator signal indicating when to downshift a manual transmission.

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