Engine torque sensor

Details Engine torque sensor Engine torque sensor

2005-06-07

2005-06-07

Lefkowitz, Edward (Department: 2855)

Measuring and testing

Dynamometers

Responsive to torque

C073S116070, C123S090150, C123S090170

Reexamination Certificate

active

06901815

ABSTRACT:
An optical sensing system is used to measure engine torque. A pair of patterns are formed on a driveshaft between a transmission and axle differential. The patterns are spaced apart from one another by a predetermined distance and are formed about the circumference of the driveshaft. Lasers and photo receivers are used to scan the patterns as the driveshaft rotates. Data from the photo receives is used to determine the angle of twist on the driveshaft which is proportional to the engine torque. The torque for each cylinder can be measured by generating a torque profile for every two revolutions of the driveshaft. The torque profile is read in 120 degree increments for a six cylinder engine and in 90 degree increments for an eight cylinder engine, for example.

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