Engine brake control apparatus and method

Details Engine brake control apparatus and method Engine brake control apparatus and method

1991-03-29

1992-06-16

Wolfe, Willis R.

Internal-combustion engines

Engine speed regulator

Responsive to deceleration mode

F02D 1304

Patent

active

051217236

ABSTRACT:
An electronic microcomputer based engine brake control device and a method for controlling an engine compression brake is disclosed. An algorithm for enabling engine brake operation includes monitoring a brake enable switch, engine RPM, engine fueling rate, cruise control or power takeoff system activation state, throttle position, manifold pressure and clutch pedal position. Engine brake operation is fully automatic and operates in a safe manner according to the disclosed algorithm.

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