Honda motor co., ltd. (20240313673). CLUTCH CONTROL APPARATUS simplified abstract
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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 20240313673 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 without driving them and estimate motor temperature from this data.
- The control unit then 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 longevity of the clutch control apparatus.
Benefits: 1. Improved reliability and durability of the clutch system. 2. Enhanced safety through precise control of motor temperature. 3. Increased efficiency and performance of the apparatus.
Commercial Applications: Optimizing Clutch Control Apparatus for Automotive and Industrial Use
Prior Art: Research on clutch control systems in automotive and industrial applications.
Frequently Updated Research: Ongoing studies on motor temperature management in clutch systems.
Questions about Clutch Control Apparatus: 1. How does the control unit estimate motor temperature without driving the electric motors? 2. What are the key advantages of using multiple electric motors in the clutch actuator system?
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.
