System and method for a range extender engine of a hybrid electric vehicle

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 10781784
APP PUB NO 20190249640A1
SERIAL NO

15895878

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Methods and systems are provided for improving the operating range of an electric vehicle having an engine wherein waste heat generated during motor operation is transferred to pre-heat the engine. Engine starting is predicted based on the electrical torque demand of the vehicle relative to the actual and predicted electrical energy consumption of the electric vehicle. Prior to starting the engine to charge a battery of the motor, various engine components are pre-heated in an order that improves vehicle range while also optimizing fuel economy.

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FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC330 TOWN CENTER DRIVE SUITE 800 DEARBORN MI 48126

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Leone, Thomas Ypsilanti, US 42 461
Miller, Kenneth Canton, US 124 2180
Surnilla, Gopichandra West Bloomfield, US 552 8677

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