Abstract: The present discloser is directed toward a method for detecting misalignment of a belt for a front end accessory drive system. The method includes acquiring, by a plurality of optical sensors, multiple images of the belt arranged on a series of pulleys of the drive system. The belt includes a contrast element that is detectable by the optical sensors system and is visually distinct from a color of the belt. The method further includes analyzing, by way of a controller, data indicative of the acquired images to determine whether the contrast element is present in the captured images, and identifying the belt as being misaligned in response to the contrast element being in at least one of the acquired images.

Abstract: The present discloser is directed toward a method for detecting misalignment of a belt for a front end accessory drive system. The method includes acquiring, by a plurality of optical sensors, multiple images of the belt arranged on a series of pulleys of the drive system. The belt includes a contrast element that is detectable by the optical sensors system and is visually distinct from a color of the belt. The method further includes analyzing, by way of a controller, data indicative of the acquired images to determine whether the contrast element is present in the captured images, and identifying the belt as being misaligned in response to the contrast element being in at least one of the acquired images.

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for using a forced induction system as a source of compressed air to pressurize a portable pressure vessel for inflating tires. In one example, a method may include providing instructions to the operator to initiate the method which includes the operator coupling the portable pressure vessel to a connection port included on the induction passage of the induction manifold. Responsive to more than one operator input, a controller selectively opens a pick-up valve in the connection port, and operates a plurality of engine systems to boost pressure in the induction passage to fill the portable pressure vessel.

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for using a forced induction system as a source of compressed air to pressurize a portable pressure vessel for inflating tires. In one example, a method may include providing instructions to the operator to initiate the method which includes the operator coupling the portable pressure vessel to a connection port included on the induction passage of the induction manifold. Responsive to more than one operator input, a controller selectively opens a pick-up valve in the connection port, and operates a plurality of engine systems to boost pressure in the induction passage to fill the portable pressure vessel.

Abstract: An improved line trimmer and edging unit for lawn and garden use provides a multi-position accessory handle, a roller edge guide having a flange concentrically located about the motor shaft and being of sufficient diameter to maintain a consistent distance between the cutting plane and the object being edged around, symmetrically disposed safety switches, and a battery located symmetrically in-line with the center of the shaft of the unit. The combination lawn trimmer and edger unit may be used in a first, horizontal cutting plane position for lawn and weed trimming, and may be further used in a second, vertical cutting plane position for edging.

Abstract: An improved line trimmer and edging unit for lawn and garden use provides a multi-position accessory handle, a roller edge guide having a flange concentrically located about the motor shaft and being of sufficient diameter to maintain a consistent distance between the cutting plane and the object being edged around, symmetrically disposed safety switches, and a battery located symmetrically in-line with the center of the shaft of the unit. The combination lawn trimmer and edger unit may be used in a first, horizontal cutting plane position for lawn and weed trimming, and may be further used in a second, vertical cutting plane position for edging.