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International automotive researchers emphasize the importance of continued development of the internal combustion engine

Green Car Congress

Thirty-seven globally prominent scientists representing the International Journal of Engine Research have published an open-access editorial addressing the future of the Internal Combustion Engine, and stressing the importance for continued development of more efficient and even lower-emitting technologies. Reitz et al. Gas exchange.

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Intangles Lab launches Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) technology – ET Auto

Baua Electric

Intangles’ new DPF solution leverages advanced AI algorithms to offer predictive alerts on the need for DPF regeneration—effectively preventing the adverse effects of exhaust back pressure. “Our focus has always been on the practical application of advanced technologies to solve real-world problems.

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DLR: cleaner aircraft emissions reduce the climate impact of contrail cirrus

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Fewer soot particles in the exhaust stream of aircraft reduces the formation of ice crystals and therefore the climate impact of the resulting contrail cirrus. Impact of a reduction in initial ice crystal number, as may be caused by reduced soot emissions, on global contrail cirrus properties.

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Study shows two-stroke scooters dominant source of air pollution in many cities; asymmetric polluters

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Globally, organic aerosol (OA) dominates PM, with SOA accounting for the largest fraction. Chemical analysis of the emissions shows that SOA is mainly produced via photo-oxidation of aromatic VOCs, present in gasoline, from the exhaust. . Levels in the raw 2S scooter exhaust were as high as 300,000 mg m -3 or 146 ppm (v) from idling.

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7 Maintenance Tips To Extend the Life of Your Diesel Truck

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This article may contain affiliate links. According to Fortune Business Insights , the global auto engine oil market size is projected to reach $44.66 Look for oil on the exhaust manifold, which is another sign that something’s wrong with your turbocharger. As per Straits Research , the global glow plug market size was worth $4.16

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Westport partners with GAZ Group on new CNG medium-duty vehicle range

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Euro-4 is achieved through use of an EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) system and catalytic converter with replaceable filter. A 2012 Global Strategic Business Report projects that the number of natural gas vehicles in Russia will almost double by 2018.

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We Need Software Updates Forever

Cars That Think

This corporate stinginess consigns far too many of our devices to the trash heap before they have exhausted their usability. We have seen a global. This article appears in the October 2021 print issue as "Bricked by Age.". That's bad for consumers and bad for the planet. It needs to stop.

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