Patents by Inventor Eric M. Storhok

Eric M. Storhok has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Fixed throttle torque demand strategy
    Patent number: 5623906
    Abstract: This invention teaches operating a vehicle with a fixed throttle by determining a modified torque which is determined as a function of driver demand torque. Such modified torque is used to determine the amount spark retard or fuel cut-out required to achieve the demanded torque.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 1996
    Date of Patent: April 29, 1997
    Assignee: Ford Motor Company
    Inventor: Eric M. Storhok