Methods and systems for starting an engine of a hybrid vehicle
US9322378B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 29, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 26, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 29, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T10/62
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods for starting an engine of a hybrid vehicle that includes two electric machines capable of starting an engine are presented. In one example, one of the two electric machines is selected to start the engine in response to degradation of one or more vehicle components and an engine start request.
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