Advanced Control Algorithms of Powertrain Units

This thesis describes computational control of vehicle powertrains using common variable, engine torque. The thesis is divided into three main parts. The first one shows design of methods for torque estimation using known or measured variables on the vehicle. The second part contains design of powertrain control algorithm utilizing the engine torque as a common variable among individual modules. The third part describes experimental optimization of the longitudinal acceleration of a vehicle using torque control