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control hardware engineering

The control system hardware forms the link between the control module and the rest of the powertrain. Each sensor must be carefully selected for function, cost, range of operation, accuracy, durability, installation requirements and diagnostic capability.

Sensor technology is also critical for the efficient function of after treatment systems, on both gasoline and diesel systems. During emission concept development, the after treatment system and its related sensors and actuators are treated as a complete system, with calibration work usually undertaken to determine the real system capability under production type constraints.

IP works closely with the control system supplier to recommend a system specification which meets the needs of the Client.

capability

  • Complete powertrain control system specification, in conjunction with Tier 1 supplier
  • Emission feasibility studies, including selection of critical sensors and actuators
  • Emissions after treatment system specification, catalyst loading, cell density
  • Hardware validation, capability testing, ageing and certification
  • Multi programme DPF specialist experience, including sizing, specification and layout
  • SCR system specification, including diagnostics
  • EGR system layout and optimisation, for HP and LP systems
  • Engineering for value, including low cost for emerging markets

technology

  • Model based calibration for emission concept optimisation
  • Catalyst specification and thrifting methodologies
  • Catalyst oxygen storage model for gasoline applications
  • DPF models for soot accumulation and regeneration
  • Advanced data management toolsets, including diagnostics
  • Mobile test bed technology for benchmarking and system evaluation

references

  • Low volume Euro' Prestige saloon V8, Twin-turbo
  • Control system specification on med volume EU5 diesel
  • DPF system optimisation and layout on med volume EU5 application
  • Complete control system specification for new gasoline low volume application
  • Complete specification for low cost emerging markets gasoline application
  • Numerous programmes in support of diesel & gasoline calibration programmes