Ford Global Technolgoies, LLC

Carol S Smith

John David Russell

Allan Joseph Kotwicki

Jacobus Hendrik Visser

Daniel Lawrence Meyer

Allan J Lippa

Philip W Husak

Michael Howard Parsons

Carina Eva Irene Bjornsson

Michael John Cullen

A system is described using a fuel quality sensor for controlling various aspects of engine operation. In particular, an acoustic wave sensor is utilized to measure viscosity and density of gasoline fuels. This measurement is utilized to predict engine combustion quality during an engine start. Based on the prediction, the method adjusts engine operating parameters (such as fuel injection amount and ignition timing) to achieve improved vehicle driveability and engine combustion.

Engine control with fuel quality sensor

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Farmington Hills, MI, United States of America

Carol S Smith