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The lower-weight body design—light-weight composite materials save 600 lbs (272 kg) of weight per vehicle—along with the engine, allows every Reach to significantly reduce fuel consumption and exhaust emissions compared to conventional walk-in vans. In 2008, FedEx Corp.

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AUGUST 8, 2017

Compression ignition makes possible a super lean burn that improves engine efficiency up to 20–30% over the current SKYACTIV-G, and from 35–45% over Mazda’s 2008 gasoline engine of the same displacement. Earlier post.). SKYACTIV-X even equals or exceeds the latest SKYACTIV-D diesel engine in fuel efficiency. Yamasaki, Y., Umahashi, S.,

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FEBRUARY 18, 2011

In 2008, ARB adopted the Statewide Truck and Bus rule, which came into effect on 1 January 2011. The Truck and Bus rule requires truck owners to install diesel exhaust filters on their rigs, with nearly all vehicles upgraded by 2014. Earlier post.). about a 16-year operational life).

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MAY 30, 2009

Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd., Tougher environmental regulations for nitrogen oxides and particulate matter in vehicle exhaust are set to be implemented in Japan from 2010. Tougher environmental regulations for nitrogen oxides and particulate matter in vehicle exhaust are set to be implemented in Japan from 2010.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Over the last several years, the automotive industry has been tracking to replace the mobile air conditioning (MAC) refrigerant R-134a, which has a global warming potential (GWP) of 1,430, with the lower-GWP refrigerant R-1234yf (GWP = 4). The company stated that it therefore wishes to continue to use R-134a refrigerant in its vehicles.

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DECEMBER 18, 2009

(Osaka Gas), Kyocera Corporation (Kyocera), TMC and Aisin to five Japanese gas companies, as part of the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization’s (NEDO’s) Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Verification Project for 2009. Rated exhaust recovery efficiency is 40% (LHV) and 36% (HHV). gallons) at approx. 70 °C (158 °F).

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OCTOBER 29, 2016

Because of its high sulfur content, maritime shipping accounts for 8% of global emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO 2 ), making the industry an important source for acid rain as well as respiratory diseases. The date of 2020 was agreed in amendments adopted in 2008. It is viscous, dirty, inexpensive and widely available.

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JANUARY 24, 2011

Toray Industries, Inc. In June 2008, the company established the Automotive Center (AMC), a comprehensive development base for automotive applications, and the Advanced Composite Center (ACC), a center for developing technology and applications for CFRP products, in April 2009.

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JUNE 22, 2015

The PureTech family of engines is fitted on the Peugeot 108, 208, 308, 2008, 3008 and 5008, the Citroën C1, C3, C3 Picasso, C4, C4 Cactus and C4 Picasso, the DS 3 and DS 4 and also the Dongfeng Peugeot 308S and 408. The announcement followed a surge in demand for the Turbo PureTech engine, which equips the car manufacturer’s mid-range models.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2011

In 2008, the 8-hour standard was lowered to 0.075 ppm. Motor vehicle exhaust, industrial emissions, and chemical solvents are the major sources of these ozone precursors. In 1997, EPA first established the 8-hour ozone standard, which replaced the older 1-hour ozone standard (0.12 Earlier post.).

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MAY 4, 2009

The ARB estimates that as of October of 2008 there were approximately 493,000 motorcycles that would be subject to the requirements of this bill. g/km HC+NO x beginning in 2008 for major manufacturers. For small volume manufacturers, the Tier I requirement begins with the 2008 model year, and there is no Tier II standard.

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MARCH 6, 2010

For example, a covered source (an entity in the power generation, chemicals, steel, and cement industries) can make reductions beyond its compliance obligations and then sell these reductions as credits to other covered sources. Nitrous oxide (N 2 O) emissions from agricultural operations or specific industrial processes (GWP = 298).

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AUGUST 7, 2015

The growing acceptance that oil prices could stay lower for longer will kick off a fresh round of cuts in spending and workforces for the oil industry. mb/d of spare capacity , the lowest level since before the 2008 financial crisis. told the WSJ. “ The priorities have shifted completely. That is no longer the case.

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OCTOBER 10, 2009

The project began in early 2008 and will conclude later this year. In a commercial application, this CO 2 stream would be compressed and transported for use in industrial processes, such as enhanced oil recovery, or for injection and storage in a suitable underground geological formation. Testing at the pilot facility, using a 1.7-megawatt

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JUNE 4, 2009

The feedback during the 2008 merit review criticized the constant-pressure approach, suggesting that a constant volume approach was more relevant to combustion engines. Regenerative Air Preheating (RAP) uses a counterflow heat exchange between exhaust and inlet air via solid media (e.g.,

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NOVEMBER 3, 2009

Metal Crafters also built the CNG Camry Hybrid concept in 2008. The exterior of the vehicle was given a sportier concept look with the installation of an aggressive body kit featuring a custom front grill and unique rear bumper that covers the tail pipe and exhaust system. The CNG Camry Hybrid retains the 2.4-liter,

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JULY 22, 2016

Generally, these gross list prices are the basis for pricing in the trucks industry. Scania also said it has not delayed the introduction of new engines compliant with EU-legislation for exhaust emissions. The “gross list” price level relates to the factory price of trucks, as set by each manufacturer. Emissions standards compliance.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

The National Academies have released a third review of the 21 st Century Truck Partnership (21CTP); the review follows the Phase 1 and Phase 2 reviews by the National Research Council in 2008 and 2012 ( earlier post ) and assesses the progress the partnership has made. With the changes occurring in the industry, this should be revisited.

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MAY 20, 2011

In Australian waters alone there is an estimated 140 trillion cubic feet of such stranded gas, according to a 2008 report by the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO). Gas resources are found all over the world in remote offshore accumulations that are too costly or difficult to develop.

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AUGUST 21, 2009

Right now the world is looking at well over a 2 degree rise in temperatures from the pre-industrial age. Improving the efficiency of industrial and transportation combustion processes can reduce these gases. Besides a danger to breathe, ozone lowers crop yields. Wallack and Ramanathan. Earlier post.)

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OCTOBER 25, 2017

The SKYACTIV-X combines the benefits of a spark-ignition gasoline engine—expansiveness at high rpms and cleaner exhaust emissions— with those of a compression-ignition diesel engine—superior initial response and fuel economy. Unfortunately, switching between these two modes is extremely difficult.

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OCTOBER 15, 2010

Professor Stan Golunski, Deputy Director of the newly established Cardiff Catalysis Institute , in collaboration with engineers at Brunel and Birmingham Universities, is investigating the feasibility of an on-board exhaust gas reforming system to improve combustion and recover waste heat. Resources. Energy Environ. doi: 10.1039/b927199f.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2011

The 21CTP is a cooperative research and development (R&D) partnership including four federal agencies—the US Department of Energy (DOE), US Department of Transportation (DOT), US Department of Defense (DOD), and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)—and 15 industrial partners. Earlier post.). Recommendation 3-2.

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AUGUST 10, 2009

So it’s clear that significant changes need to be made to the vehicle fleet.Given the financial challenges facing the auto industry, the powertrain solutions need to meet customer approval and need to be manufacturable.so Cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) under boosted conditions. John Kirwan. Increased cylinder pressure envelope.

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JULY 25, 2009

In March 2008, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) established a new primary 8-hour standard for ozone of 0.075 parts per million (ppm), and a new secondary standard set at a form and level identical to the new primary standard.

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AUGUST 30, 2009

The Brazilian government’s dedication to the ethanol industry declined and incentives given by the government wore off, causing hydrous ethanol-fueled vehicle production to decline in the late 1980s to early 1990s. Rapid expansion of the ethanol industry is creating global supply/demand issues. Conclusion. Brewster, S.C.,

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On the other hand, the gasoline-powered vehicles were also in trouble because of the trail of exhaust gas, the gear shifting, and the cranking required to start the engine. If the number of hybrid and electric vehicles fueled by rechargeable lithium batteries grows, the lithium industry will benefit. The Great Fall. Key points.

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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the worldwide motor vehicle industry. This phase was conducted at the Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) in 2007 and 2008 and was the basis for selecting one HHDD engine/ control system for health testing in Phase 3. the basis of the new report.

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APRIL 28, 2009

Like electric cars, electric bicycles are classified as zero-emission vehicles, meaning they emit no exhaust gases. AFP Some 21m electric bicycles were sold in China in 2008, according to Frank Jamerson, author of Electric Bikes Worldwide Reports. Moreover, making an electric bicycle uses far less energy than making an electric car.

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MAY 27, 2009

Wendel Dreve and Marion Gilliland have dedicated the past five years to pursing their dream of transforming the corn ethanol industry. First, the industry is approaching the ethanol-to-gasoline blend wall of 10% ethanol, 90% gasoline in standard gas engines. All of these issues are contributing to excess capacity in the industry.

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

The research, released on Friday by the Environmental Law Institute (ELI) and named “Estimating US government subsidies to energy sources 2002-2008” , found that fossil fuels benefited from subsidies totalling $72million over this period compared to just $29billion for renewable fuels. Why is so much money dedicated to fossil fuels?

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AUGUST 17, 2015

Published surveys of the ethanol industry showed that 2008 ethanol plants use 30% less energy to convert corn to ethanol than 2001-era plants. 2010) “2008 National dry mill corn ethanol survey.” Technology Innovation at the Biorefinery. A recent follow up survey showed further energy reductions. Mueller, S.

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Copenhagen Suborbitals was founded in 2008 by a self-taught engineer and a space architect who had previously worked for NASA. But when those parts arrived in our workshop shortly before the launch date, we realized that the exhaust nozzle was a little bit misshapen. Luckily, we have good industry contacts who can help out.

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JANUARY 28, 2009

The following lists are not exhaustive or fully comprehensive, but we have tried to include a representative list of resources for each category. 1 Point Reyes EVs Did You Know? Batteries Included $142,000 Grant 2006 Archive GM Plug-in Series Hybrid? com Vigil to save last remaining 78 EV1 cars www.pluginamerica.com/saveev1.htm

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Many approaches have been attempted to achieve CAI operation on the four-stroke spark ignition engines, such as intake air heating, high compression ratio, dual fuel, recycling the exhaust gas, and so on. To minimize the air short-circuiting rate, the intake and exhaust valve timings were adjusted. Earlier post , earlier post.).

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DECEMBER 10, 2009

The others directed ARB staff to prepare proposed amendments to the rule for the on-road and the off-road industries that reflect the fact that emissions are down due to the recession, and will likely remain down for another year or two minimum. You didn’t do this to the car industry. Background. Earlier post.). Slow down.”.

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mpg if the automotive industry were to meet this CO 2 level just through fuel economy improvements.) ( Earlier post.). In the past, the baseline was the manufacturers’ confidential plans for each model year; in the new analysis, the baseline is each manufacturer’s MY 2008 fleet. mpg and 250 g CO 2 /km for model year 2016.

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