Kenneth Paul Dudek

This inventor holds 31 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Internal Combustion Engine Control. Top assignee: Gm Global Technolgoy Operations, Inc.. Active years: 1991-2013.

USPTO Granted Patents = 31

% Patents Active = 51.6

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.9

ph-index = 10

Forward Citations = 674(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

31 out of 31,896

Gm Global Technolgoy Operations, Inc.

patents

Years Active: 1991-2013

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Areas of Expertise:

Air-Fuel Ratio Control

Fuel Control System

Calibration Systems

Engine Start Transition

Volumetric Efficiency

Nonlinear Fuel Dynamics

Exhaust System Feedback

Camshaft Position

Wireless Data Collection

EGR Prediction

Mass Air Flow Prediction

31 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 8571785 - Universal tracking air-fuel regulator for internal combustion engines (2013-10-29),

2. 8347866 - Fuel control system and method for more accurate response to feedback from an exhaust system with an air/fuel equivalence ratio offset (2013-01-08),

3. 8346458 - Compensating for random catalyst behavior (2013-01-01),

4. 8265858 - Delay calibration systems and methods (2012-09-11),

5. 8224557 - Control systems and methods using geometry based exhaust mixing model (2012-07-17),

6. 8186336 - Fuel control system and method for improved response to feedback from an exhaust system (2012-05-29),

7. 8113187 - Delay compensation systems and methods (2012-02-14),

8. 8096271 - System and method for determining a camshaft position in a variable valve timing engine (2012-01-17),

9. 7937209 - Air fuel ratio control system for internal combustion engines (2011-05-03),

10. 7925421 - Off-line calibration of universal tracking air fuel ratio regulators (2011-04-12),

11. 7809490 - Phase and frequency error based asymmetrical AFR pulse reference tracking algorithm using the pre-catalyst O2 sensor switching output (2010-10-05),

12. 7793641 - Model-based fuel control for engine start and crank-to-run transition (2010-09-14),

13. 7647162 - Utilized function for fuel dynamics during engine start and crank-to-run transition (2010-01-12),

14. 7552007 - Calibration systems and methods for scheduled linear control algorithms in internal combustion engine control systems using genetic algorithms, penalty functions, weighting, and embedding (2009-06-23),

15. 7472013 - System and method for estimating volumetric efficiency for engines with intake and exhaust cam phasers (2008-12-30),

Title: The Innovative Mind of Kenneth Paul Dudek

Introduction

Kenneth Paul Dudek, based in Rochester Hills, MI, is a prominent inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 31 patents. His innovations primarily focus on engine technology, contributing significant advancements in fuel control systems that enhance performance and efficiency.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions, Kenneth developed a "Universal Tracking Air-Fuel Regulator for Internal Combustion Engines." This innovative fuel control system features a pre-catalyst exhaust gas oxygen (EGO) sensor, a setpoint generator module, a sensor offset module, and a control module, creating a sophisticated method for managing air-fuel ratios in exhaust gases. Additionally, he designed a "Fuel Control System and Method for More Accurate Response to Feedback from an Exhaust System with an Air/Fuel Equivalence Ratio Offset." This system includes a saturation determination module, adjustment factor generation module, and a fuel control module to ensure optimal fuel command adjustments based on the exhaust gas oxygen levels, thereby improving the accuracy of engine performance.

Career Highlights

Kenneth is currently employed at GM Global Technology Operations LLC, where he leverages his expertise in engine technologies. His career is marked by continuous innovation and dedication to advancing automotive technology, solidifying his reputation as an influential inventor in the industry.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kenneth has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Stephen Yurkovich and Yann G Guezennec. These partnerships have likely contributed to the development of cutting-edge technologies and fostered an environment of innovation and creativity.

Conclusion

Kenneth Paul Dudek's extensive patent portfolio and his commitment to pioneering advancements in engine technology showcase his significant impact on the automotive field. His latest innovations are a testament to his ingenuity and resilience as an inventor, promising to influence future developments in fuel control systems and internal combustion engine performance.

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