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Torque converter clutch slip control systems and methods based on active cylinder count

US8979708B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 13, 2013
Grant dateMar 17, 2015
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Expiry dateJun 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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