17984663. CONTROL METHOD FOR AN ENGINE COOLANT VALVE simplified abstract (Kia Corporation)
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CONTROL METHOD FOR AN ENGINE COOLANT VALVE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
In Kyun Lee of Seongnam-si (KR)
CONTROL METHOD FOR AN ENGINE COOLANT VALVE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17984663 titled 'CONTROL METHOD FOR AN ENGINE COOLANT VALVE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a control method for an engine coolant valve. The method involves monitoring the engine driving condition and environment, predicting coolant degradation based on these factors, adjusting the valve opening accordingly, and generating an alarm if the coolant is predicted to be out of control range and degraded.
- The method monitors the engine driving condition and environment.
- It predicts coolant degradation based on the monitored factors.
- The method adjusts the opening of the flow control valve to manage coolant degradation.
- An alarm is generated if the coolant is predicted to be out of control range and degraded.
Potential Applications
- Automotive industry
- Engine manufacturing companies
- Engine maintenance and servicing companies
Problems Solved
- Preventing engine coolant degradation
- Ensuring optimal engine performance
- Reducing the risk of engine damage due to coolant issues
Benefits
- Improved engine reliability and longevity
- Enhanced engine performance and efficiency
- Early detection and prevention of coolant-related problems
Original Abstract Submitted
A control method for an engine coolant valve includes: monitoring an engine driving condition and an engine driving environment; predicting, by a controller, degradation of an engine coolant based on the engine driving condition and the engine driving environment by a controller; changing, by the controller, an opening of an integrated flow control valve when the engine coolant is predicted to be degraded; and generating, by the controller, a coolant exchange alarm when the engine coolant is predicted to be out of a control range and degraded.
