Electronic Throttle Control (ETC): A Cost Effective System for improved Emissions, Fuel Economy, and Driveability

960338

02/01/1996

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International Congress & Exposition
Authors Abstract
Content
This paper shows that the functional integration of Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) into the engine control strategy allows improvements of emissions and fuel economy without making compromises in respect of driveability. A cost effective way for realizing ETC is the integration of the control electronics into the engine control unit (ECU). The paper describes the consequences of such an integration for the ECU hardware and software. Special attention is given to the ETC related safety aspects. Another chapter discusses different technologies for the throttle actuator drive. This is followed by a brief description of a suitable control strategy for a throttle actuator. Finally the paper gives also an overview about current status and development trends of accelerator pedal sensors necessary for ETC.
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DOI
https://doi.org/10.4271/960338
Pages
10
Citation
Streib, H., and Bischof, H., "Electronic Throttle Control (ETC): A Cost Effective System for improved Emissions, Fuel Economy, and Driveability," SAE Technical Paper 960338, 1996, https://doi.org/10.4271/960338.
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Published
Feb 1, 1996
Product Code
960338
Content Type
Technical Paper
Language
English