18378381. SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MODELLING AFTERTREATMENT TEMPERATURE OF A VEHICLE simplified abstract (Ford Global Technologies, LLC)

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SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MODELLING AFTERTREATMENT TEMPERATURE OF A VEHICLE

Organization Name

Ford Global Technologies, LLC

Inventor(s)

Tom Leroy of Dagenham (GB)

Owen Lineham of Grays (GB)

Mike Rowland of Wickham Bishops (GB)

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MODELLING AFTERTREATMENT TEMPERATURE OF A VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18378381 titled 'SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MODELLING AFTERTREATMENT TEMPERATURE OF A VEHICLE

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a method and system for determining the temperature distribution of an exhaust aftertreatment system in a vehicle based on power demand and heat transfer calculations.

  • Measurement of power demand from a component of the aftertreatment system.
  • Determination of heat transfer into the component based on power demand and emissivity value of the exhaust gas.
  • Calculation of the temperature of the component using the calculated heat transfer.

Potential Applications

The technology can be applied in the automotive industry for optimizing the performance of exhaust aftertreatment systems in vehicles.

Problems Solved

This technology helps in accurately determining the temperature distribution in the exhaust aftertreatment system, which is crucial for efficient operation and emission control.

Benefits

- Improved efficiency of the aftertreatment system. - Enhanced emission control. - Better overall performance of the vehicle.

Potential Commercial Applications

"Optimizing Temperature Distribution in Exhaust Aftertreatment Systems for Vehicles"

Possible Prior Art

There may be prior art related to temperature monitoring and control systems in exhaust aftertreatment systems in vehicles.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology impact fuel efficiency in vehicles?

The article does not delve into the specific effects of this technology on fuel efficiency.

Are there any potential safety concerns associated with implementing this technology in vehicles?

The article does not address any safety considerations that may arise from the implementation of this technology.


Original Abstract Submitted

Methods and systems are provided for model-based determination of a temperature distribution of an exhaust aftertreatment system of a vehicle. A power demand from a first component of the aftertreatment system is measure, a heat transfer into the first component of the aftertreatment system based on power demand of the first component and a configurable emissivity value of the exhaust gas is determined, and the temperature of the first component based on the calculated heat transfer is calculated.