ELECTRIC MOTOR ASSIST FOR TRANSMISSION ELECTRIC OIL PUMP
A method for assisting a transmission oil pump in a hybrid electric powertrain to generate transmission oil pressure rapidly during vehicle start. An electric motor is initially utilized to provide momentary torque to rotate an oil pump and rapidly generate transmission oil pressure. After initial a...
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Format | Patent |
Language | English French German |
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08.01.2014
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Summary: | A method for assisting a transmission oil pump in a hybrid electric powertrain to generate transmission oil pressure rapidly during vehicle start. An electric motor is initially utilized to provide momentary torque to rotate an oil pump and rapidly generate transmission oil pressure. After initial assistance is provided by the electric motor, an oil pump electric motor powers the oil pump and maintains oil pressure within the hybrid powertrain. |
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Bibliography: | Application Number: EP20120711998 |