Green Car Congress

JANUARY 18, 2014

burn and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)?diluted Carbon Fiber or Lightweight Materials. VTO is seeking projects that address the major challenges to developing and commercializing carbon fiber composites for lightweight structures. Most critical is the cost of the carbon fiber. mode operation.

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Carbon Fiber Engine Battery Powered Fuel 252

Green Car Congress

JULY 31, 2017

Toyota’s carbon fiber closure panels for the 2017 Prius Prime and Lexus LC500 ( earlier post ), and Faurecia’s Adaptive Valve for exhaust systems employed on the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado took the top honors for the module category. 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. pounds (12 kilograms).

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Chrysler 2017 Toyota Minivan 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 21, 2015

Formulated to replace metal in automotive applications prone to friction and wear such as oil pumps and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) systems, the new resin offers wear resistance, and low coefficient of friction in both dry and lubricated environments.

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Polymer F-150 Carbon Fiber Oil 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

This project will utilize a systems approach to design and demonstrate an ultra-lightweight carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites door assembly through the integration of unique designs, novel materials, and manufacturing technologies and joining/assembly of subsystems. Area of Interest 3). 750,000 (jointly funded).

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Fuel Carbon Fiber Lithium Ion Vehicles 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

A lowered ride height, a rear stabilizer bar and Brembo carbon ceramic brakes complement the Cheyenne concept’s high-performance character with enhanced handling and braking capability. A Borla performance exhaust system adds an authoritative note to the 6.2L’s output. equipped Silverado regular cab with a 6’6” box.

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Silverado Concept Carbon Fiber Chevrolet 220

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 30, 2022

For example, IDTechEx expects that lithium-metal and solid-state batteries, axial flux motors, and carbon fiber materials will play an important role in eVTOL markets. Health and safety concerns, like the impact of diesel particulate exhaust emissions on construction worker health, and noise, could be equally important drivers.

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Market Electric Vehicles Vehicles Cars 150

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 10, 2011

This project will develop a novel low cost route to carbon fiber using a lignin/PAN hybrid precursor and carbon fiber conversion technologies leading to high performance, low-cost carbon fiber. Plasan Carbon Composites. . $6,000,000. Zoltek Companies, Inc. Grantee Description. Amerigon Incorporated.

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Carbon Fiber Lithium Ion Li-ion Vehicles 268

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

In collaboration with KraussMaffei, Henkel has developed a process for the manufacture of components based on glass or carbon fiber and using high-pressure resin transfer molding (HP-RTM) technology that creates a surface quality good enough for automobile exteriors.

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Carbon Fiber Production Carbon Manufacturer 186

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 26, 2022

When at the dealer, make sure to lift the hood and get a look at the beautiful Trofeo red and black engine with its carbon fiber bits, which by far is the most attractive you will see. Ours was painted in Urban Green with a premium price of $6,500; other custom colors ranged from $6,500 to $17,000. A smooth design.

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Carbon Fiber SUV Ferrari Clean 93

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 14, 2015

At the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit this week, Ford delivered first proof of that focus with the reveal of the new Ford GT carbon-fiber supercar, as well as the new F-150 Raptor based on the new aluminum F-150 and the Shelby GT350R Mustang. Raptor is powered by Ford’s new, second-generation 3.5-liter

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Shelby Ford F-150 Carbon Fiber 150

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 9, 2011

Turbo ecoFLEX natural gas version has been fitted with gas tanks made of composite material including carbon fiber. Rather than using conventional steel gas cylinders, the engineers opted for advanced composite material including carbon fiber. This reduces harmful emissions, leading in turn to cleaner exhaust gases.

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Gas Miles Range Carbon Fiber 236

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 7, 2016

A number of details throughout the hybrid powertrain contribute to its efficiency, including an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system with a cooler; a smaller, lighter, quieter hybrid system water pump, and an exhaust heat recirculation system that speeds engine warm-up. The engine features a very high compression ratio of 13.0:1,

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Prius Price PHEV Sale 244

Green Car Congress

MAY 15, 2010

Some of the features of the high-tech hot-rod are: The exhaust pipes contain 4 catalytic converters (2 on each side) with pre- and post-catalyst oxygen sensors, giving the hot rod full engine OBD diagnostics and compliance. Carbon Fiber HRE racing wheels. 2010 GM e-38 engine processor, calibrations via Fern at AFVTech.

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2010 Las Vegas Carbon Fiber MPH 273

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 11, 2012

The 900-ton deckhouse—made almost exclusively using cored composite construction processes—provides an advanced structure to house the ship’s bridge, radars, antennas and intake/exhaust systems and is designed to provide a significantly smaller radar cross-section than any other ship in the current fleet.

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Carbon San Antonio Carbon Fiber Mariner 218

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 1, 2021

The vertical, quad exhaust ports sit in the lower fascia that is designed with ground effect channels. BMW says the “twin-tailpipe exhaust system reduces back pressure for the V8 engine while generating the emotionally rich M-typical soundtrack accompanying the engine’s formidable power delivery.” Cameleon lounge lizard territory.

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BMW PHEV Los Angeles Plug-in 80

Green Car Congress

JUNE 24, 2013

The XL1 is aggressively optimized for efficiency in all areas of its design and technology—from materials (carbon fiber reinforced polymer monocoque); to powertrain (0.8L The battery comprises 60 25Ah cells, with a carbon-fiber case. Volkswagen hosted Green Car Congress at the Wolfsburg event. Earlier post.)

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Plug-in Diesel Plug Hybrid 324

Green Car Congress

MARCH 6, 2012

Assuming a mass-produced fuel-efficient vehicle, the FT-Bh body structure makes greater use of high-tensile-strength steel and does not require expensive materials such as carbon fiber for weight reduction. Reduced power consumption. Power consumption in the FT-Bh has been cut to half that of standard B-segment cars.

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Plug-in Hybrid Toyota MPG 317

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 14, 2013

With a rising concern for gradual fossil fuel exhaustion, an efficient use of such oil resources is faced to an imperative emerging issue towards hydrogen economy based on sustainable energy generation. The hollow fiber had a well-crystallized structure and a high specific surface area of ?13?m

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Oil Hydrogen Gas Saudi Arabia 218

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 12, 2012

The air in the cabin is recycled automatically to reduce the nuisance caused by exhaust gases from other vehicles. The Furtive eGT features a carbon-fiber body; an aluminum rear cradle supports the motors, gearbox and power electronics.

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2013 Production MPH Motor 342

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Integrated computational materials engineering (ICME) development of carbon fiber composites for lightweight vehicles. Possible areas of interest for technology to improve fuel efficiency include: Development of high-performance low-temperature catalysts for exhaust aftertreatment.

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Vehicles Fuel Economy Carbon Fiber Plug-in 246

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

The SuperTruck powertrain includes a complex Rankine waste-heat recovery system, which converts heat normally wasted in exhaust into torque, boosting fuel economy by helping to power the vehicle. (This new design added “wave” bumps on the side of the piston bowl, which allows the fuel to burn more cleanly.).

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Volvo Fuel North America Waste 150

Green Car Congress

JULY 22, 2014

For conventional steel couplers, the possibilities of weight reduction for this type of coupler have long since been exhausted, Voith said. With an adapter coupler made of carbon fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP), Voith went along different lines. So far, this lightweight material has mainly been used in aviation technology.

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Energy Carbon Fiber Standards Concept 236

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 16, 2016

Demonstrate the joining of steel to aluminum and aluminum to carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites using the existing spot welding infrastructure. Develop new coating and adhesives that enable carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic/aluminum closure panels and validate corrosion testing methods. Federal funding.

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Vehicles Plug-in Lithium Ion Universal 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 30, 2023

Carbon fiber, produced via artisan craftmanship in the Sant’Agata Bolognese factory, is the principal structural element within the new car, used not only in the monofuselage and frame but also for many elements of the bodywork. The Revuelto is the first super sports car to be fitted with a 100% carbon fiber front structure.

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Carbon Fiber Hybrid Lithium Ion Recharge 259

Green Car Congress

MAY 16, 2013

To save weight, components such as the oil tank, the air filter box integrated into the subframe and the air induction are made of carbon fiber reinforced polymer. The entire load-bearing structure is made of carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) for extreme torsional rigidity.

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Porsche Plug-in Hybrid Plug 259

Green Car Congress

APRIL 9, 2019

TGI EVO benefits from a third high-strength steel CNG tank, to add to the two new composite carbon fiber tanks located under the trunk floor. Although CNG is stored at high pressure, (approximately 200bar), the storage tanks are built and homologated to withstand more than twice their maximum working pressure. The new SEAT Leon 1.5

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Gasoline-Electric Gasoline Gas Gas-Electric 304

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 2, 2009

In both cases, the technical package includes exhaust gas recirculation, oxidation catalytic converter and diesel particulate filter. The car features a safety frame of aluminium, steel and carbon fiber. In addition, these TDI engines share important internal engine details for reducing emissions.

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MPG Concept Diesel Hybrid 265

Green Car Congress

MAY 2, 2010

The long rear hatch is made of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP)—an advantage of 6.6 Numerous additional detailed measures targeted the interior, the exterior and the technology, such as higher-grade, lighter steel for the exhaust system’s tailpipes. The fixed rear wing is good for an additional 1.2 kilograms (2.65

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Audi Carbon Fiber Hungary Exhaust 218

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 16, 2010

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. AOI 2: Lightweighting Materials. Subtopics include: Low-Cost Development of Magnesium.

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Li-ion Carbon Fiber Vehicles Low Cost 231

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2015

Area of Interest (AOI) 3: Body-in-White Joining of Carbon Fiber Composites to Lightweight Metals (Aluminum, Advanced High Strength Steel, or Magnesium) at Prototype Scale for High-Volume Manufacturing. Preference will be given to applications with technologies that minimize reliance on exhaust after-treatment systems.

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Fuel Hydrogen Vehicles Carbon Fiber 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 22, 2022

The main fan is a total of 8 meters in diameter with 12 hollow carbon fiber fixed-pitch blades and driven by a five-megawatt, 6700 horsepower electric motor. Absent engine and exhaust sounds, wind noise will be more noticeable inside the cabin of an electric vehicle. HALO Wind Tunnel Main Fan. Fan Specifications. Max Wind Speed.

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Ohio Wind Honda Carbon Fiber 359

Green Car Congress

JUNE 10, 2015

It now comes equipped with TwinScroll turbochargers featuring flow-separated, bank-specific exhaust manifolds made from thin-wall castings. The all-new BMW 7 Series will be offered in the US exclusively as a long wheelbase version. Together with an increase in the compression ratio from 10.0

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BMW Plug-in Plug Hybrid 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

The engine’s twin electric turbochargers are fitted with two MGU-H (‘H’ for ‘heat’) units, to harvest heat energy from exhaust gases. This expertise is no more evident than in the high-tech design of the rear wing, validated by Renault Sport Formula One Team’s aerodynamicists and finished in carbon fiber.

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Infinity Carbon Fiber Hybrid Exhaust 220

Green Car Congress

MARCH 27, 2015

A liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery—developed by A123 Systems in cooperation with Porsche—temporarily stores converted braking energy from the front axle as well as converted exhaust-gas energy. The combustion efficiency of the now lighter and more rigid 2-liter V4 turbocharged gasoline engine has been increased.

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Porsche 2015 Hybrid Carbon Fiber 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 29, 2015

Below it, the exhaust manifold is integrated into the cylinder head—a key element of efficient thermal management. Emissions stay low due to high- and low-pressure exhaust-gas recirculation and multi-stage exhaust-gas aftertreatment including an SCR system (selective catalytic reduction). Click to enlarge. Millerized 2.0

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Audi Gas Engine MPH 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 5, 2012

The Vortec engine features hardened exhaust valves and hardened intake and exhaust valve seats. The trucks use a 17-gallon Type 3 CNG tank made from composite material with aluminum liner and carbon fiber wrap. The Silverado and Sierra will be available in standard and long box, with either two- or four-wheel drive.

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Sierra Silverado GMC Chevrolet 291

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 28, 2015

Furthermore, their single-scroll design allows for more efficient collection of exhaust as it escapes from within the cylinders. Intake and exhaust variable cam timing (VTC) is deployed to provide an excellent balance of high power, torque, fuel economy, and emissions. The front floor panels are constructed of carbon fiber core.

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Acura Hybrid Lithium Ion Engine 150