Introduction to the Benchmark Challenge on SICE Engine Start Control Problem

The speed control during cold start for SI engines is a challenging topic due to the difficulties in handling the dramatic change of the engine dynamics. The SICE Research Committee on Advanced Powertrain Control Theory provides a V6 SI engine model and the benchmark problem of cold start control focusing on the engine speed behavior when the engine model starts. The control design specification is explained in detail and a traditional control is also shown in this paper. Finally, a brief review is given on intermediate results of the challengers.