Inventors:
Mark R. Stepper - Columbus IN
Gregory R. White - Columbus IN
Jeffrey P. Seger - Greenwood IN
Douglas VanKlompenburg - Columbus IN
James H. Green - Manhattan Beach CA
Richard Ling - Scottsdale AZ
Assignee:
Cummins Electronics Company, Inc. - Columbus IN
International Classification:
F02D 1304
Abstract:
An electronic microcomputer based engine brake control device and a method for controlling an engine compression brake is disclosed. An algorithm for enabling engine brake operation includes monitoring a brake enable switch, engine RPM, engine fueling rate, cruise control or power takeoff system activation state, throttle position, manifold pressure and clutch pedal position. Engine brake operation is fully automatic and operates in a safe manner according to the disclosed algorithm.