Mahindra & Mahindra has been granted a patent for a hand acceleration control system designed for off-road vehicles. This system utilizes a rotating switch on the steering wheel and a foot accelerator sensor to maintain a constant engine RPM by adjusting fuel supply based on signal inputs. GlobalData’s report on Mahindra & Mahindra gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Mahindra & Mahindra, Battery pack swapping was a key innovation area identified from patents. Mahindra & Mahindra's grant share as of July 2024 was 32%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Hand acceleration control system for off-road vehicles
The granted patent US12030379B2 introduces a hand acceleration control system specifically designed for off-road vehicles. This innovative system includes a foot accelerator sensor that generates a signal based on the actuation of the foot accelerator, and a switch that is rotatably positioned on the vehicle's steering wheel. The rotation of this switch creates a voltage difference due to a change in resistance, generating another signal. The engine control unit (ECU) is central to the system, as it receives signals from both the switch and the foot accelerator, determines the higher voltage value between the two, and supplies the necessary fuel amount to the engine to maintain a predefined speed.
Additionally, the patent outlines a method for accelerating the vehicle using this hand acceleration control system. The method involves rotating the switch to a desired RPM marking and pressing it to set that RPM. The ECU then processes the signals from the switch and foot accelerator, determining the higher voltage value to calculate the appropriate fuel supply to the engine. This ensures that the engine operates at a constant pre-set speed. The system is designed to enhance control and efficiency in off-road vehicle acceleration, with specific configurations for fuel supply through a high-pressure pump and the positioning of the switch on the steering wheel.
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