Method and apparatus for controlling an engine

Details Method and apparatus for controlling an engine Method and apparatus for controlling an engine

1992-12-07

1995-07-25

Raevis, Robert

Measuring and testing

Test stand

For engine

G01M 1500

Patent

active

054351928

ABSTRACT:
A system and method for controlling the operation of an engine test apparatus during a test cycle is provided. The system includes an operator interface for producing a control mode signal and a plurality of setpoints. The system also includes a test controller for receiving the control mode signal and the plurality of setpoints and responsively operating the engine test apparatus. The test controller senses operating characteristics of the engine test apparatus. The test controller also selectively operates engine test apparatus parameters in accordance with the control mode signal.

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