Michael Joseph Blank

US Patent:

20200173374, Jun 4, 2020

Filed:

Dec 3, 2019

Appl. No.:

16/701772

Inventors:

- Riverside MO, US
Sean Christopher Willoughby - Lenexa KS, US
Claire Elizabeth Ashley - Overland Park KS, US
Michael Joseph Blank - Kansas City MO, US
David Lee Messick - Liberty MO, US

International Classification:

F02D 9/02
B60K 31/00

Abstract:

A system for controlling a throttle signal, as well as methods of assembling the same, is provided. Controlling the throttle signal includes activating a supply of power to an electronic control unit (ECU). A first throttle signal associated with a throttle position signal of a vehicle throttle is communicated. An initial gear state of the vehicle is determined. Based on the initial gear state of the vehicle, a modified throttle signal to the ECU is communicated in response to receiving a command signal. Based on determining a change in the gear state of the vehicle, terminating the communication of the modified throttle signal. A second throttle signal that is associated with a second throttle position signal of the vehicle throttle is communicated.