CONTROL STRATEGY FOR AFTERMARKET ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL

This paper presents the development of electronic throttle control, provided for use in an experimental light hybrid-electric vehicle that was a final product of ongoing student project. Originally, the IC-engine throttle system was operated using mechanical linkages and cable, which was enhanced by developing a new system containing sensors and actuators. Therefore prototype of such a system had to enable the possibility of exerting control of both IC engine, powering the rear axle, and two electric hub motors, powering the front axle, by using the single accelerator pedal. This way full exploitation of hybrid drive potentials can be enabled.