On-line fuel-efficiency optimization of Diesel engines using constrained multivariable extremum-seeking

Advanced control concepts are required to maximize the fuel-efficiency of Diesel engines and to comply with emission legislation. The aim of this paper is to develop a controller that fully utilizes the fuel-path and air-path hardware, and is adaptive for real-world disturbances. The control design comprises a feedback control system, which uses...

A control oriented multivariable identification procedure for turbocharged diesel engines

On the achievable performance using variable geometry active secondary suspension systems in commercial vehicles

There is a need to further improve driver comfort in commercial vehicles. The variable geometry active suspension offers an interesting option to achieve this in an energy efficient way. However, the optimal control strategy and the overal performance potential remains unclear. The aim of this paper is to quantify the level of performance...

Modeling, analysis and control of a variable geometry actuator

A new design of variable geometry force actuator is presented in this paper. Based upon this design, a model is derived which is used for steady-state analysis, as well as controller design in the presence of friction. The controlled actuator model is finally used to evaluate the power consumption under worst case conditions.

Efficient EGR technology for future HD diesel engine emission targets

Different systems for achieving short-route cooled EGR on turbocharged and aftercooled heavy-duty diesel engines have been tested on a 12 litre 315 kW engine with 4 valves per cylinder and an electronically controlled unit pump fuel injection system. In all of these systems the exhaust gas was tapped off before the turbine, cooled and mixed with...