The authors of this paper propose a computer chip-based, programmable, cruise-control system with memory (US patents applied for). Input means, such as a keypad, allows for cruise speeds to be preprogrammed by the operator, with the car moving or stopped. The proposed system has an anti-surge capability. This prevents the cruise-control from being engaged (or "resumed"), when current vehicle speed is beyond either a driver selected or default "delta" from the target speed. The system also has a spin reduction feature based on the ability to recognize wheel deceleration versus time. If an acceptable threshold is exceeded (the drive wheels break traction), the C (super 3) S/AS (super 2) R cuts back on the acceleration, until the system reaches equilibrium with predetermined and/or adaptable threshold(s). (A)
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