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Ricardo investigating potential for its split-cycle engine in large engine market

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In a poster-session paper presented at CIMAC Congress 2016 in Finland, Ricardo described the use of this split-cycle concept in high- and medium-speed engines for power generation to achieve efficiencies of 60% from units of 1–30 MW mechanical output. Gurr (2016). Gurr (2016). Based on a modified MTU Series 396.

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California ARB Seeks Further Reductions of Diesel Emissions at State Rail Yards

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The top set of recommendations call for: Replacing existing switch and medium horsepower locomotives with cleaner locomotives (2010-2013); Retrofitting switch and medium horsepower locomotive with particulate matter and oxides of nitrogen (NO x ) after-treatment devices (2012-2016); and.

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Ford Making Aggressive Push With EcoBoost and Technologies Such as Ti-VCT for Improved Fuel Economy; Roadmap for Future Generations of EcoBoost Highlights Role as Company Strategy as Well as Product

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Broadly, these can be described as: EcoBoost–Next Generation (CY 2014-2016). Gains in new vehicle fleet economy by OEM, 2004-2009. Ford, however, was starting with the worst 2004 new vehicle fleet fuel economy of any of its major competitors. Ti-VCT has a life of is own, with applications such as in the new 3.7L

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US EPA Proposes New Emissions Rules for Category 3 Marine Diesel Engines, Tighter Fuel Sulfur Restrictions; Harmonization with International Standards

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Current Clean Air Act (CAA) standards (Tier 1) for new Category 3 compression-ignition marine engines (marine diesel) at or above 30 liters per cylinder displacement have been in effect since January 2004 and are equivalent to the current international standards for marine engines contained in MARPOL Annex VI (which went into effect in 1997).

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Ford puts the pedal down on performance … but not with electric drive technology right now

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Ford has been selling hybrids and, later plug-ins, since 2004. The all-new Raptor also features its first dual exhaust and new 17-inch wheels with next-generation BFGoodrich All-Terrain KO2 tires specifically designed for off-road performance. The all-new Raptor will be built at Dearborn Truck Plant, and goes on sale fall 2016.

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Audi highlights its range of electrification efforts; Q7 diesel PHEV, A7 fuel cell PHEV, BEV, 48V and more; 750 Wh/l by 2025

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The Q7 PHEV will arrive in dealerships in Germany in 2016, and will likely come to the US, although perhaps with a gasoline-engine variant. Because the exhaust system transports only water, it can be made of lightweight polymer. Audi e-tron quattro concept SUV. There is a separate cooling circuit for cooling the fuel cell.

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