Optimal Control of Engine Warmup in Hybrid Vehicles

Vital van Reeven, Théo Hofman, Frank Willems, R.G.M. Huisman, M. Steinbuch

Oil & Gas Science and Technology – Revue d’IFP Energies nouvelles · 2014 · 37 citations · 17 references

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An Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) under cold conditions experiences increased friction losses due to a high viscosity of the lubricant. With the additional control freedom present in hybrid electric vehicles, the losses during warmup can be minimized and fuel can be saved.

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