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The invention features an engine operation simulation system for training maintenance and service personnel to diagnose and repair engines. The engine operating simulation system utilizes an actual electronic control unit for controlling an engine. A processor is provided to perform an simulation of

The invention features an engine operation simulation system for training maintenance and service personnel to diagnose and repair engines. The engine operating simulation system utilizes an actual electronic control unit for controlling an engine. A processor is provided to perform an simulation of engine operating parameters. The processor interfaces with the engine electronic control unit. A mechanism is provided for generating inputs and is connected to the processor and to the engine electronic control unit to provide parameters that represent engine operating characteristics. The parameters are applied to the engine electronic control unit. The input generating mechanism provides a plurality of simulated input signals that monitor the engine operation. There is also provided a mechanism for simulating a malfunction in the engine so that the processor can alter the desired operating parameters. Finally, a feedback mechanism is provided between the engine electronic control unit and the processor for updating engine and electronic control unit parameters.

대표청구항 ▼

An automobile engine operating simulation system for training maintenance and service personnel to diagnose and repair engines, said engine operating simulation system having an electronic control unit for providing operation signals normally obtained in actual engine operation for the control of fu

An automobile engine operating simulation system for training maintenance and service personnel to diagnose and repair engines, said engine operating simulation system having an electronic control unit for providing operation signals normally obtained in actual engine operation for the control of fuel delivery, emissions and diagnostics of a running engine, the automobile engine operating simulation system comprising: a) an automobile engine electronic control unit; b) processing means for performing a simulation of an automobile engine operating parameters, said processing means interfacing with said automobile engine electronic control unit for providing operating signals of an actual engine; and c) input means for generating input signals, said input means being operatively connected to said processing means and to said automobile engine electronic control unit providing engine parameters representative of engine operating characteristics to said automobile engine electronic control unit.