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DOE issues $10M incubator FOA for batteries, power electronics, engines, materials, fuels and lubricants

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Technologies that enable LTC operation with either gasoline or diesel fuel, including control methodologies and technologies, especially for mixed?mode burn and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)?diluted Carbon Fiber or Lightweight Materials. Most critical is the cost of the carbon fiber. mode operation.

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DOE to award up to $137M for SuperTruck II, Vehicle Technology Office programs

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Volvo Technology of America LLC will develop and demonstrate a tractor trailer combination with lightweight cab that achieves the freight efficiency goal using alternative engine designs and a variety of system technologies. valve faces, piston crowns, and exhaust ports) to improve fuel economy. Federal funding. 2,212,519. .

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DOE to award up to $184M for advanced vehicle research and development in 8 areas of interest

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Direct Petroleum Displacement by Liquid Alternative Fuels in Vehicle Applications. The objective of this AOI is to accelerate the realization of lighter weight vehicle materials made from magnesium and carbon fiber capable of attaining 50% weight reduction of passenger vehicles. Development of Low-Cost Carbon Fiber.

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DOE announces $58M in funding for advanced vehicle technologies

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Carbon Fiber Polymer Composite. Area of Interest (AOI) 10: Alternative Fuel Vehicle Workplace Safety Programs. Only structures utilizing dissimilar combinations of the following materials are desired: Aluminum (5000, 6000, or 7000 series alloys). Steel (Mild, HSLA, AHSS, or Boron automotive alloy).

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