Abstract: This invention relates to a method of cooling an engine for an automobile. The method operates using a predictive, feed-forward element combined with a fuzzy logic feedback controller to achieve accurate control over engine temperature. The fuzzy logic feedback is only utilized in the event that the predictive control results in a cylinder head temperature outside a predetermined range.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method of cooling an engine for an automobile. The method operates using a predictive, feed-forward element combined with a fuzzy logic feedback controller to achieve accurate control over engine temperature. The fuzzy logic feedback is only utilized in the event that the predictive control results in a cylinder head temperature outside a predetermined range.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for cooling intake air prior to entry into a combustion chamber of a boosted internal combustion engine. The invention provides an air intake system comprising a cooler disposed in an intake passage downstream of a charger; a bypass passage for communication between a portion of said intake passage located upstream of said cooler and a portion of said intake passage located downstream of said cooler so as to allow a flow of air discharged from the charger to bypass the cooler; a bypass control valve disposed in said bypass passage to open and close the bypass passage and a flow restriction disposed in the bypass passage limiting the flow in the event that the bypass control valve remains in an open position.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for cooling intake air prior to entry into a combustion chamber of a boosted internal combustion engine. The invention provides an air intake system comprising a cooler disposed in an intake passage downstream of a charger; a bypass passage for communication between a portion of said intake passage located upstream of said cooler and a portion of said intake passage located downstream of said cooler so as to allow a flow of air discharged from the charger to bypass the cooler; a bypass control valve disposed in said bypass passage to open and close the bypass passage and a flow restriction disposed in the bypass passage limiting the flow in the event that the bypass control valve remains in an open position.

Abstract: An engine thermal management system and method for a vehicle engine that allows for reduced coolant flow and energy consumption by the system, while avoiding excessive critical metal temperatures in the engine. The engine includes a coolant inlet in a head and a coolant outlet in a block. A variable speed pump pushes the coolant into the head inlet. A multi-port valve receives the coolant exiting the engine block and selectively routes it to various system components. The speed of the pump and the valve are electronically controlled by a control module, based upon various engine and vehicle operating conditions.

Abstract: An engine thermal management system and method for a vehicle engine that allows for reduced coolant flow and energy consumption by the system, while avoiding excessive critical metal temperatures in the engine. The engine includes a coolant inlet in a head and a coolant outlet in a block. A variable speed pump pushes the coolant into the head inlet. A multi-port valve receives the coolant exiting the engine block and selectively routes it to various system components. The speed of the pump and the valve are electronically controlled by a control module, based upon various engine and vehicle operating conditions.

Abstract: An engine cooling system and method applicable to a diesel engine in a vehicle. A control module, via a single multi-port valve, controls the coolant flow through a radiator, heater and oil cooler based upon engine operating conditions.

Abstract: A preferred embodiment of the board game incorporates a carrying case which includes a base and a lid. The base preferably includes a wall extending upwardly from a periphery thereof, with the wall having first and second ends which are spaced from each other to form a first gap therebetween, with the first gap being sized and shaped for passing a die therethrough. A playing surface is arranged on the base with at least a portion of the playing surface preferably being formed of a flocked plastic material which provides deadening of sound produced by the die impacting the playing surface. Game pieces representative of baseball players and/or their equipment, i.e. bats, batting helmets, etc., also arc provided which arc adapted to be moved about the playing surface in accordance with rules of game play.