Methods and systems for charge air cooler operation

US9938914B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• Ford Global Technologies, LLC · US

Inventors

• Bernd Brinkmann
• Bernhard Gralka · Bensberg, DE
• Thomas Nitsche · Eßlingen, DE
• Christian Jolk · Cologne, DE
• Helmut Hoyer · Rübhausen, DE
• Julian Tietze · Cologne, DE

Key dates

• Filing date: Jul 5, 2016
• Grant date: Apr 10, 2018
• Expiry date: Nov 9, 2036

Classification

• Technology area (CPC Y): Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
• CPC primary: Y02T10/12
• WIPO field: Engines, pumps, turbines
• WIPO sector: Mechanical engineering

Abstract

Methods and systems are provided for adjusting engine operating parameters to regulate condensate formation in a charge air cooler. Based on conditions conducive to condensate formation, one or more of throttle valve position, active grille shutter opening and compressor speed may be regulated in order to decrease dew point temperature and condensation at the charge air cooler.