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Dynamic Allocation of Drive Torque

  • US 20080308066A1
  • Filed: 06/13/2007
  • Published: 12/18/2008
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/13/2007
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method for operating a powertrain in a vehicle, the powertrain including an electric drive and an internal combustion engine, the method comprising:

  • providing torque to drive the vehicle from both the electric drive and the engine, where engine torque is varied within an allowable range; and

    when operating the engine at an edge of the range, adjusting the range based on whether a selected operating condition can be provided by the engine.

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