Abstract: A method and apparatus for controlling an amount of engagement of a clutch with a transmission. The method and apparatus includes selecting an engagement parameter, determining a desired operating parameter associated with the engagement parameter, and calibrating a control system to generate an engagement control signal to achieve the engagement parameter based on the desired operating parameter.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
August 7, 2003
Date of Patent:
July 12, 2005
Assignee:
Caterpillar Inc
Inventors:
Timothy A. Booth, David L. Zwetz, Gregory S. Hasler