18283010. CLUTCH CONTROL APPARATUS simplified abstract (HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.)
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CLUTCH CONTROL APPARATUS
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CLUTCH CONTROL APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18283010 titled 'CLUTCH CONTROL APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation: This patent application describes a clutch control apparatus that utilizes a clutch device, a clutch actuator with multiple electric motors and a transmission mechanism, and a control unit. The control unit can detect resistance values of the electric motors to estimate motor temperature and adjust the driving of the motors accordingly.
- The clutch control apparatus includes a clutch device, a clutch actuator, and a control unit.
- The clutch actuator consists of multiple electric motors and a transmission mechanism.
- The electric motors can input driving force to a common transmission element.
- The control unit can detect resistance values of the electric motors to estimate motor temperature.
- The control unit adjusts the driving of the electric motors based on the estimated motor temperature.
Potential Applications: 1. Automotive industry for automated manual transmissions. 2. Industrial machinery for precise clutch control. 3. Robotics for efficient motor temperature management.
Problems Solved: 1. Ensures optimal performance of the clutch system. 2. Prevents overheating of electric motors. 3. Enhances overall efficiency and reliability of the clutch control.
Benefits: 1. Improved clutch system performance. 2. Enhanced motor temperature management. 3. Increased efficiency and reliability of the clutch control apparatus.
Commercial Applications: Optimizing Clutch Control Apparatus for Automotive and Industrial Use
Prior Art: Prior research on clutch control systems in automotive and industrial applications.
Frequently Updated Research: Ongoing studies on motor temperature management in clutch control systems.
Questions about Clutch Control Apparatus: 1. How does the control unit estimate motor temperature based on resistance values?
- The control unit uses the resistance values of the electric motors to calculate the motor temperature through a predetermined algorithm.
2. What are the potential implications of this technology in the automotive industry?
- This technology can lead to more efficient and reliable automated manual transmissions in vehicles, improving overall performance and driving experience.
Original Abstract Submitted
This clutch control apparatus includes: a clutch device; a clutch actuator; and a control unit, wherein the clutch actuator includes a plurality of electric motors and a transmission mechanism, wherein the plurality of electric motors are able to input a driving force to a common transmission element of the transmission mechanism, wherein the control unit detects at least one resistance value of the plurality of electric motors without driving a common transmission element by reversely driving a part of the plurality of electric motors and remaining electric motors, and wherein the control unit estimates a motor temperature from the resistance value and controls the driving of the plurality of electric motors according to the motor temperature.
