Torque converter clutch slip control systems and methods based on active cylinder count
US8979708B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 13, 2013 |
| Grant date | Mar 17, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 11, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S477/902
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A torque converter clutch control system of a vehicle includes a target slip module and a slip control module. The target slip module determines a target torque converter clutch slip based on an average number of activated cylinders of an engine during a predetermined period. The slip control module controls a torque converter clutch based on the target torque converter clutch slip.
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