Developing an intelligent system to predict and optimize engine air intake for peak performance across varying environmental conditions.
Engines face the challenge of maintaining optimal fuel-to-air ratios across different environments. At high elevations, reduced air density affects combustion efficiency. Traditional systems struggle to adapt in real-time, leading to suboptimal performance and increased emissions.
Inspired by turbocharger technology, this project aims to create an intelligent system that anticipates air intake needs, maintaining peak performance regardless of environmental conditions.
A TensorFlow neural network trained on multiple engine sensor inputs to predict Mass Air Flow (MAF) values with high accuracy. The system runs on a Raspberry Pi 4, making it cost-effective and suitable for real-world automotive applications.
Built with cutting-edge machine learning technologies for reliable, real-time engine optimization.
Multi-layer TensorFlow neural network trained on engine sensor data to predict MAF values with 95%+ accuracy.
Raspberry Pi 4 delivers real-time predictions with sub-millisecond latency for immediate engine adjustments.
Processes data from throttle position, temperature, pressure, and RPM sensors for comprehensive analysis.
Demonstrating exceptional accuracy and reliability across diverse testing conditions.
What it means: The model explains 98.36% of the variance in MAF values. This is exceptional - scores above 0.9 are considered excellent in machine learning.
Why it's good: Nearly perfect correlation between predictions and actual values, indicating the neural network has learned the underlying patterns effectively.
What it means: On average, predictions are off by ±2.96 units from the true MAF value. This represents the typical prediction error.
Why it's excellent: For MAF sensors (typically measuring 0-500+ g/s), an error of ~3 units represents less than 1% deviation - highly precise for real-world applications.
What it means: The average of squared prediction errors. Penalizes larger errors more heavily than smaller ones.
Why it's good: Low MSE indicates consistent accuracy with few large prediction errors - critical for engine optimization where precision matters.
Neural network predictions (blue) vs actual MAF values with regression line and ideal prediction line for comparison
Real-time neural network inference with live engine data acquisition.
import tensorflow as tf
from tensorflow.lite import Interpreter
import numpy as np
# Load optimized TensorFlow Lite model
interpreter = Interpreter('maf_model.tflite')
interpreter.allocate_tensors()
def create_model():
model = tf.keras.Sequential([
tf.keras.layers.Dense(128, activation='relu',
input_shape=(8,)),
tf.keras.layers.Dropout(0.2),
tf.keras.layers.Dense(64, activation='relu'),
tf.keras.layers.Dense(32, activation='relu'),
tf.keras.layers.Dense(1, activation='linear')
])
model.compile(
optimizer='adam',
loss='mse',
metrics=['mae', 'accuracy']
)
return model
def predict_maf_realtime(sensor_data):
# Preprocess inputs for neural network
normalized_input = preprocess_sensors(sensor_data)
# TensorFlow Lite inference
input_details = interpreter.get_input_details()
output_details = interpreter.get_output_details()
interpreter.set_tensor(
input_details[0]['index'],
normalized_input
)
interpreter.invoke()
prediction = interpreter.get_tensor(
output_details[0]['index']
)
return denormalize_maf(prediction[0][0])
........
import obd
import time
import threading
from collections import deque
# OBD2 connection with live monitoring
connection = obd.OBD("/dev/ttyUSB0", baudrate=38400)
# Real-time data buffer
live_data = deque(maxlen=100)
OBD_COMMANDS = {
'rpm': obd.commands.RPM,
'throttle': obd.commands.THROTTLE_POS,
'maf': obd.commands.MAF,
'intake_temp': obd.commands.INTAKE_TEMP,
'map': obd.commands.INTAKE_PRESSURE,
'engine_load': obd.commands.ENGINE_LOAD
}
def stream_obd2_data():
"""Continuous OBD2 data acquisition"""
while connection.is_connected():
sensor_readings = {}
for sensor, command in OBD_COMMANDS.items():
response = connection.query(command)
if response.value:
sensor_readings[sensor] = float(
response.value.magnitude
)
# Add timestamp for real-time tracking
sensor_readings['timestamp'] = time.time()
live_data.append(sensor_readings)
# Real-time TensorFlow prediction
if len(live_data) >= 10:
predicted_maf = predict_maf_realtime(
sensor_readings
)
# Performance comparison
actual_maf = sensor_readings.get('maf', 0)
efficiency = calculate_efficiency(
predicted_maf, actual_maf
)
print(f"Live MAF: {actual_maf:.2f} g/s")
print(f"Predicted: {predicted_maf:.2f} g/s")
print(f"Efficiency: {efficiency:.1f}%")
time.sleep(0.05) # 20Hz sampling rate
# Start real-time monitoring
threading.Thread(
target=stream_obd2_data,
daemon=True
).start()
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Revolutionary engine optimization technology with real-world applications.
Continuously adjusts engine parameters based on live sensor data for optimal performance under changing conditions.
98.36% R² score demonstrates exceptional prediction accuracy for reliable engine management.
Raspberry Pi 4 implementation makes advanced engine optimization accessible and affordable.
Automatically adjusts for altitude, temperature, and atmospheric pressure changes.
Optimizes air-fuel mixture for maximum efficiency and reduced emissions.
Modular design allows for easy integration with existing engine management systemstrhough the OBD- 2 port.
Understanding the engineering behind intelligent engine optimization.
8GB RAM, ARM Cortex-A72 quad-core processor running TensorFlow Lite for optimized inference
GPIO and ADC interfaces for real-time sensor data acquisition from engine management system
Sub-millisecond inference times for immediate engine parameter adjustments