Automobile engines, especially in motorcycles, require precise tuning to optimize performance for different conditions (e.g., road, off-road, racing). Current tuning methods are complex, costly, and require specialized skills and expensive equipment like dynamometers, making it inaccessible for most users. Additionally, switching between tuning maps for road and off-road use is cumbersome, and diagnosing engine faults often requires a workshop.
Core Features
This invention introduces a portable diagnostic testing module that connects to a vehicle's electronic control unit (ECU). Key features include:
- On-the-go tuning: Adjust engine parameters such as fuel usage, ignition timing, and oil rate using a touchscreen interface.
- Fault diagnostics: Read and clear engine fault codes.
- Traction control adjustments: Identify and address wheel slip by dynamically modifying engine power.
- Data logging and transmission: Log engine performance data and transmit it to mobile devices via Bluetooth or antenna.
- User-friendly interface: Accessible via a mounted touchscreen or a mobile device.
Benefits
- Simplified tuning: Users can independently adjust engine performance without specialized skills or equipment.
- Cost-effective: Eliminates the need for expensive tools like dynamometers.
- Enhanced safety and performance: Customizable tuning improves traction and power delivery, reducing accidents and enhancing ride quality.
- Versatility: Works across various vehicles, from motorcycles to jet skis and snowmobiles.
- Convenience: Portable and mountable, allowing real-time adjustments during rides.
Impact
This module democratizes vehicle tuning, making advanced engine control accessible to casual and professional riders alike. It enhances the longevity of vehicles by preventing engine strain, contributes to safety by optimizing traction, and supports environmental goals through precise fuel and oil usage control. By simplifying diagnostics and adjustments, it empowers users to achieve better performance while reducing dependency on costly workshops.