Modeling and control of automotive powertrain systems: a tutorial

This tutorial presents an overview of key issues in electronic control of internal combustion engines for automotive passenger vehicles, and showcases the control oriented engine and aftertreatment system models that are useful in addressing these issues. Beginning with a discussion on electronic engine control systems and standard sensors and actuators, key engine control subsystems and their associated functionalities are outlined. Models for gasoline and diesel engines, lean aftertreatment systems, and turbochargers are described in more detail. Several representative control problems are elaborated through examples.