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Audi R18 e-tron quattro: diesel hybrid Le Mans racer with electric flywheel energy storage

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The new Le Mans prototype will make its race debut on 5 May in the 6-hour race at Spa-Francorchamps (Belgium) and will compete at the 24 Hours of Le Mans (France) on 16-17 June. Power from the Motor Generator Unit accelerates the carbon-fiber flywheel, which runs in a high-vacuum. Earlier post.)

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GE Aviation Unveils GEnx Engine at Paris Air Show; Up to 15% More Fuel Efficient

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Based on the GE90”s proven architecture and often called its “little brother,” the GEnx combines a number of breakthrough technologies: Composites : The GEnx is the first engine with a carbon fiber, composite fan case as well as fan blades. IHI of Japan, Avio SpA.

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