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Controller Topics

Controller Concepts

Like it or not, modern automobiles heavily rely on computer controllers to achieve:

  • Meet tailpipe emission standards defined by OBD-II
  • Safety features, Anti-Lock Braking, Obstacle Avoidance, Suspension Tuning, ...
  • Interior climate control
  • High Performance, e.g. modern cars car achieve over 600 HP, have decent gas mileage, are reliable, and smog legal

So, to maintain and enhance modern automobiles you need a descent understanding of the four stroke motor and computer control systems. This section will give a high level explanation of computer control systems.

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