17897422. CONTROL SYSTEM AND CONTROL METHOD FOR VEHICLE simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY)
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CONTROL SYSTEM AND CONTROL METHOD FOR VEHICLE
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Inventor(s)
Tae Woong Lim of Hwaseong-si (KR)
CONTROL SYSTEM AND CONTROL METHOD FOR VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17897422 titled 'CONTROL SYSTEM AND CONTROL METHOD FOR VEHICLE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a control method for a vehicle that can determine if the internal combustion engine is overheated while the vehicle is driving and the HVAC system is in cooling mode. It then controls either the alternator or a switching door actuator to reduce the cooling capacity provided by the HVAC system when overheating is detected.
- The method determines if the internal combustion engine is overheated based on driving information and cooling information of the passenger compartment.
- It controls either the alternator or a switching door actuator to reduce the cooling capacity of the HVAC system.
- The control is activated when the internal combustion engine is determined to be overheated.
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in various vehicles that have an internal combustion engine and an HVAC system. Some potential applications include:
- Passenger cars
- Trucks
- Buses
- Construction vehicles
Problems Solved
The control method addresses the problem of engine overheating in vehicles. By reducing the cooling capacity of the HVAC system, it helps prevent further overheating and potential damage to the engine.
Benefits
The use of this control method offers several benefits:
- Prevents engine overheating: By reducing the cooling capacity, the method helps prevent engine overheating, which can lead to engine damage and breakdowns.
- Protects engine performance: By controlling the cooling capacity, the method ensures that the engine operates within its optimal temperature range, maintaining performance and efficiency.
- Enhances safety: Preventing engine overheating improves the overall safety of the vehicle, reducing the risk of accidents or breakdowns due to engine failure.
Original Abstract Submitted
A control method for a vehicle includes determining whether an internal combustion engine is overheated based on driving information of the vehicle and cooling information of a passenger compartment while the vehicle is driving and an HVAC system is operating in a cooling mode, and controlling an alternator or an actuator of a switching door to reduce a cooling capacity provided by the HVAC system when it is determined that the internal combustion engine is overheated.
