Method for controlling engine temperature of an engine

A method for controlling engine temperature of an engine with a wide dynamic range is disclosed. In one example, the derivative of an engine temperature is assessed by a controller. The controller may adjust engine actuators to limit engine temperature in response to the derivative.

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Main Authors Mukkala, Benjamin Carl, Shaw, Nathanael David, Devries, Jason Eugene, O'Neil, Brian Michael, Guinta, Michael Joseph
Format Patent
LanguageEnglish
Published 06.11.2012
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Summary:A method for controlling engine temperature of an engine with a wide dynamic range is disclosed. In one example, the derivative of an engine temperature is assessed by a controller. The controller may adjust engine actuators to limit engine temperature in response to the derivative.