公开(公告)号：US20150113979A1

公开(公告)日：2015-04-30

申请号：US14065147

申请日：2013-10-28

Applicant: Ford Global Technologies, LLC

Inventor： Gopichandra Surnilla ,  Daniel Joseph Styles ,  James Alfred Hilditch ,  Mehdi Abarham

IPC: F02D43/04

CPC classification number: F02B29/0468 ,  F02B29/04 ,  F02D41/0007 ,  F02D41/144 ,  F02D41/1454 ,  F02D41/1458 ,  F02D43/02 ,  F02D43/04 ,  F02D2200/0418 ,  Y02T10/144 ,  Y02T10/146

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for estimating water storage in a charge air cooler (CAC). In one example, an amount of water accumulating in the CAC may be based on an output of an oxygen sensor positioned downstream of the CAC and ambient humidity. Further, engine actuators may be adjusted to purge condensate from the CAC and/or reduce condensate formation based on the amount of water inside the CAC.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于估计增压空气冷却器（CAC）中的储水的方法和系统。 在一个示例中，积聚在CAC中的水量可以基于位于CAC下游的氧传感器的输出和环境湿度。 此外，可以调节发动机致动器以从CAC吹扫冷凝物和/或基于CAC内部的水量来减少冷凝物的形成。

公开(公告)号：US20150113948A1

公开(公告)日：2015-04-30

申请号：US14063852

申请日：2013-10-25

Applicant: Ford Global Technologies, LLC

Inventor： Gopichandra Surnilla ,  Todd Anthony Rumpsa ,  James Alfred Hilditch ,  Timothy Joseph Clark ,  Ralph Wayne Cunningham ,  Julia Helen Buckland ,  Daniel Joseph Styles

IPC: F02D41/00

CPC classification number: F02D41/0077 ,  F02D13/0265 ,  F02D41/0007 ,  F02D41/005 ,  F02D41/0052 ,  F02D41/006 ,  F02D41/0072 ,  F02D41/1439 ,  F02D41/144 ,  F02D41/1454 ,  F02D41/1456 ,  F02M26/05 ,  F02M26/06 ,  F02M35/10222 ,  Y02T10/22 ,  Y02T10/47

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for reducing EGR estimation errors during lean engine operating conditions. During lean engine operation, EGR is disabled if the estimated exhaust air-fuel ratio becomes leaner than a lean threshold. The lean threshold is adjusted based on an upper limit of EGR errors that may be tolerated by the engine at a given engine speed and load.

Abstract translation: 提供了在精益发动机运行条件下减少EGR估计误差的方法和系统。 在精益发动机运转期间，如果估计的排气空燃比变得比稀薄阈值更精细，则EGR被禁用。 基于发动机在给定的发动机转速和负载下可容许的EGR误差的上限来调整精馏阈值。

公开(公告)号：US20150101327A1

公开(公告)日：2015-04-16

申请号：US14052637

申请日：2013-10-11

Applicant: Ford Global Technologies, LLC

Inventor： Timothy Joseph Clark ,  Gopichandra Surnilla ,  Matthew John Gerhart ,  Daniel Joseph Styles

IPC: F02D41/00

CPC classification number: F02D41/2474 ,  F02D41/0052 ,  F02D41/0072 ,  F02D41/08 ,  F02D41/123 ,  F02D41/144 ,  F02D41/2445 ,  F02D2041/141 ,  F02M26/08 ,  F02M26/40 ,  F02M26/49 ,  Y02T10/47

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for accurately learning the zero point of an intake gas oxygen sensor during selected engine no-fueling conditions. The learned zero point is used to infer EGR flow and accordingly adjust EGR valve control. In addition, EGR valve leakage is diagnosed based on the zero point learned during a DFSO adaptation relative to a zero point learned during an idle adaptation.

Abstract translation: 提供了方法和系统，用于在选定的发动机无加油条件期间准确地学习进气气氧传感器的零点。 所学习的零点用于推断EGR流量并因此调节EGR阀的控制。 此外，基于在空闲适应期间学习的在DFSO适配期间学习的零点来诊断EGR阀泄漏。

公开(公告)号：US20150053186A1

公开(公告)日：2015-02-26

申请号：US13973672

申请日：2013-08-22

Applicant: Ford Global Technologies, LLC

Inventor： Gopichandra Surnilla ,  Daniel Joseph Styles ,  James Alfred Hilditch ,  Imtiaz Ali

IPC: F02D41/00

CPC classification number: F02D41/0077 ,  F02D41/0072 ,  F02D41/1448 ,  F02D41/1456 ,  F02D41/2464 ,  F02D2011/102 ,  F02D2041/0017 ,  F02M26/07 ,  F02M26/08 ,  F02M26/23 ,  F02M26/43 ,  F02M26/47 ,  F02M26/48 ,  F02M26/49 ,  F02M35/10393 ,  Y02T10/47

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for improving accuracy of delta pressure over valve (DPOV) based EGR flow measurement during low valve lift conditions by learning errors in EGR valve lift and/or EGR valve flow transfer function.

Abstract translation: 提供了方法和系统，用于通过在EGR阀升程和/或EGR阀流量传递函数中的学习错误来提高在低气门提升条件期间基于阀门（DPOV）的EGR流量测量的精度。

公开(公告)号：US20140352670A1

公开(公告)日：2014-12-04

申请号：US13909894

申请日：2013-06-04

Applicant: Ford Global Technologies, LLC

Inventor： Gopichandra Surnilla ,  Eric Warren Curtis ,  Daniel Joseph Styles ,  Satheesh Makkapati

IPC: F02M25/07

CPC classification number: F02M26/06 ,  F02M26/05

Abstract: A method for operating an engine is disclosed. In one example, internal EGR is increased during conditions where cooled EGR is at a higher concentration during a decreasing engine load so that homogeneous compression ignition may be initiated at lower engine loads.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种操作发动机的方法。 在一个示例中，在发动机负荷降低期间，在冷却的EGR处于较高浓度的条件下，内部EGR增加，使得可以在较低的发动机负荷下启动均质的压缩点火。

公开(公告)号：US20140219849A1

公开(公告)日：2014-08-07

申请号：US13829599

申请日：2013-03-14

Applicant: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

Inventor： Daniel Joseph Styles ,  Jack Adams ,  Keith Michael Plagens ,  Neal James Corey ,  David Born ,  Xiaogang Zhang

IPC: F02B33/38

CPC classification number: F02B37/025 ,  F01D9/026 ,  F01D17/10 ,  F02B33/38 ,  F02B37/12 ,  F02B37/18 ,  F05D2220/40 ,  F05D2240/40 ,  F05D2260/60 ,  Y02T10/144

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for a branch communication valve in a twin turbocharger system. A branch communication valve may be positioned adjacent to a dividing wall separating a first scroll and a second scroll of the twin turbocharger. In an open position, the branch communication valve increases fluid communication between the first scroll and the second scroll and in a closed position, the branch communication valve decreases fluid communication between the first scroll and the second scroll.

Abstract translation: 为双涡轮增压器系统中的分支连通阀提供了方法和系统。 分支连通阀可以邻近于分离双涡轮增压器的第一涡旋件和第二涡旋件的分隔壁定位。 在打开位置，分支连通阀增加第一涡旋件和第二涡旋件之间的流体连通，并且在关闭位置，分支连通阀减小第一涡旋件和第二涡旋件之间的流体连通。

公开(公告)号：US20140190160A1

公开(公告)日：2014-07-10

申请号：US14203122

申请日：2014-03-10

Applicant: Ford Global Technologies, LLC

Inventor： Daniel Joseph Styles ,  Brad Alan Boyer ,  Satheesh Makkapati

IPC: F02B37/12

CPC classification number: F02B37/12 ,  F02B29/0406 ,  F02B33/00 ,  F02B33/40 ,  F02B33/446 ,  F02B37/001 ,  F02B37/007 ,  F02B37/013 ,  F02B37/16 ,  F02B37/18 ,  F02M26/08 ,  F02M26/10 ,  F02M26/23 ,  F02M26/33 ,  F02M26/38 ,  Y02T10/121

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for an engine including a first turbocharger having a first compressor and a second turbocharger having a second compressor. An EGR differential between the first compressor and the second compressor may be increased under a condensation condition, and decreased under a surge condition. The EGR differential may also be decreased when a compressor outlet temperature exceeds an outlet temperature threshold.

Abstract translation: 为包括具有第一压缩机的第一涡轮增压器和具有第二压缩机的第二涡轮增压器的发动机提供方法和系统。 第一压缩机和第二压缩机之间的EGR差压可以在冷凝条件下增加，并且在浪涌条件下减小。 当压缩机出口温度超过出口温度阈值时，EGR差压也可能降低。

公开(公告)号：US20140109880A1

公开(公告)日：2014-04-24

申请号：US13656524

申请日：2012-10-19

Applicant: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

Inventor： Daniel Joseph Styles ,  Gopichandra Surnilla

IPC: F02B29/04

CPC classification number: F02B29/04 ,  F01P7/10 ,  F01P2060/02 ,  Y02T10/146

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for reducing corrosion of a charge air cooler and preventing engine misfire due to condensate formation. In response to a condensate forming region in a charge air cooler, a grille shutter system is adjusted, moving the condensate region to a different location in the charge air cooler. Grille shutter orientation may also be controlled in response to vehicle operating conditions and condensate-forming weather conditions.

Abstract translation: 提供的方法和系统用于减少增压空气冷却器的腐蚀并防止由于冷凝物形成引起的发动机失火。 响应于增压空气冷却器中的冷凝物形成区域，调节格栅挡板系统，将冷凝物区域移动到增压空气冷却器中的不同位置。 格栅挡板方向也可以响应于车辆操作条件和冷凝物形成天气条件而被控制。

公开(公告)号：US12071886B1

公开(公告)日：2024-08-27

申请号：US18479978

申请日：2023-10-03

Applicant: Ford Global Technologies, LLC

Inventor： Jason Martz ,  Paul Joseph Tennison ,  Brien Fulton ,  Michiel J. Van Nieuwstadt ,  Eric Kurtz ,  Daniel Joseph Styles

IPC: F01N3/10 ,  B01D53/94 ,  F01N3/20 ,  F01N3/28 ,  F01N3/32 ,  F01N3/36 ,  F01N13/00

CPC classification number: F01N3/208 ,  B01D53/9431 ,  B01D53/944 ,  B01D53/9454 ,  B01D53/9477 ,  B01D53/9495 ,  F01N3/106 ,  F01N3/2013 ,  F01N3/2892 ,  F01N3/32 ,  F01N3/36 ,  F01N13/008 ,  B01D2258/01 ,  F01N2610/02 ,  F01N2610/03 ,  F01N2610/146 ,  F01N2900/1402 ,  F01N2900/1602

Abstract: Methods and systems for reducing emissions of an internal combustion engine are described. In one example, an electric heater and a selective reduction catalyst are positioned in a passage downstream of a combustor where urea may be injected to the selective reduction catalyst to reduce NOx emissions that may be generated by the combustor.

公开(公告)号：US11499489B2

公开(公告)日：2022-11-15

申请号：US17212207

申请日：2021-03-25

Applicant: Ford Global Technologies, LLC

Inventor： Eric Matthew Kurtz ,  Liangjun Hu ,  Daniel Joseph Styles ,  Daniel William Kantrow ,  Darrell Sparks

IPC: F02D41/00 ,  F02M26/17 ,  F02M26/14 ,  F02D9/08 ,  F02M26/19 ,  B01F25/31 ,  B01F25/43 ,  B01F35/71 ,  B01F23/10 ,  B01F25/314 ,  B01F25/431 ,  B01F101/00

Abstract: An exhaust gas recirculation system for an engine includes a conduit, and a mixer. The conduit is configured to direct to direct exhaust gas away from an exhaust manifold. The mixer is configured to direct exhaust gas from the conduit, into an engine air intake system. The mixer is arranged with an exhaust gas mixing volute chamber having a plurality of mixing vanes configured to direct the exhaust gas into a central intake airflow upstream of an intake manifold.