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JANUARY 30, 2024

A timing-cover oil leak was fixed last year. Modifications include the exhaust, carbon-fiber airboxes, and the air filter. The PDK was serviced last summer and the spark plugs were replaced in the fall. Features include heated seats, leather, roof rails, lane-change assist, 21-inch wheels, sport seats, and the Premium Package.

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Porsche 2018 Carbon Fiber Chicago 84

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JUNE 24, 2011

BMW M GmbH used the M Night Event in the lead-up to the Nürburgring 24-hour race to unveil the BMW M3 CRT (Carbon Racing Technology). The M3 CRT represents the worldwide debut of a new production process for carbon-fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) components in the automotive industry. kilograms per horsepower (7.7

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Carbon Fiber BMW Carbon Production 199

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JUNE 27, 2019

Hyundai Motor Company signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Saudi Aramco). The companies will also team-up to expand the adoption of non-metallic materials across a wide range of applications, including the use of carbon fiber and carbon fiber-reinforced plastic.

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Saudi Arabia Hydrogen Hyundai Carbon Fiber 191

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APRIL 22, 2018

Following a 2017 report that identified potential products that could be made from Alberta oil sands bitumen, this new study identifies the top potential uses to help Alberta diversify its economy outside of conventional fuels and chemical feedstocks. Vanadium is contained within oil sands bitumen in significant quantities (200 ppmw).

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Oil-Sands BBC Carbon Fiber Oil 199

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OCTOBER 14, 2013

Less refined fuels—such as heavy gas oil—would be less expensive; however, the higher levels of sulfur in the fuels could prove problematic for catalysts. One approach to overcoming such limitations is the use of direct reforming of gas oil (heavy hydrocarbons) over a heteroatom-resistant catalyst. Now, researchers in S.

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Oil Hydrogen Gas Saudi Arabia 218

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APRIL 30, 2018

Special Starship features include: Bespoke 100% hyper-aerodynamic carbon fiber cab. Starship uses full synthetic Shell Heavy Duty Engine Oil; Shell Rotella DEF Diesel Exhaust Fluid and Shell ROTELLA Extended Life Coolant; and. Active grill shutters (active based on temperature to maximize.

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San Diego Fuel Jacksonville Fuel Economy 281

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

The power output remains constant over the duration of the race, so there is no thermally induced de-rating—a major advantage of the electric motors with direct oil cooling developed by Porsche. Highly efficient motors with direct oil cooling. The Mission R is on a par with the performance level of the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup.

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Porsche Concept Cars Electrical 417

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Twaron is Teijin Aramid’s flagship para-aramid, and is suitable for a wide range of challenging applications, including ballistic protection, heat and cut protection, the oil and gas industry, the automotive industry and optical fiber cables.

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Solar Carbon Fiber Michigan Universal 199

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AUGUST 18, 2020

The team will build on ORNL’s success in developing low-cost carbon-fibers, composites, smart polymer materials, and non-destructive evaluation methods by leveraging expertise of partners on coating deposition and robotic inspection tools for smart repair of gas pipes. —Edward Petit de Mange, Managing Director at Diakont.

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Parts San Diego Carbon Fiber Polymer 186

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JANUARY 18, 2014

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. The cost to manufacture the carbon fiber is high. and/or heavy?

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Carbon Fiber Engine Battery Powered Fuel 252

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JUNE 4, 2014

This Lightweight Concept vehicle represents its most comprehensive blend of advanced materials yet in one vehicle, including strategic application of aluminum, ultra-high-strength steels, magnesium and carbon fiber. 19” by 5” carbon fiber wheels. 19” by 5” carbon fiber wheels.

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Carbon Fiber Light Concept Ford 225

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JUNE 23, 2023

Delivering 16 feet of reach with its carbon fiber pole, you’ll not only get a lifetime warranty on the pole itself, but also five years on the tool and three years on the battery. Add to that the fact that no gas or oil mixture is needed, and you have a solid yard tool to help keep your trees nice and trimmed.

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Green Carbon Fiber Sale Gas-Electric 67

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JANUARY 14, 2013

In addition to nano blend rubber, an advanced compound blending technology including orange oil, Yokohama employed a pattern design with higher fuel-saving, quiet-ride features, thus achieving superior fuel-saving and quiet-ride performance that should be offered by an EV, without sacrificing its high dry and wet performance.

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2013 Carbon Fiber Concept Auto 246

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JULY 12, 2017

Two projects will research, develop, and use integrated computation materials engineering (ICME) techniques to develop low cost carbon fiber from a variety of feedstocks and precursors that can be used to make carbon fiber with less energy and lower cost. ICME Low Cost Carbon Fiber (Area of Interest 2).

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Carbon Fiber Li-ion Mercedes GM 150

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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. Solvay’s new Veradel PESU material also meets other key criteria in these applications.

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Polymer F-150 Carbon Fiber Exhaust 150

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AUGUST 19, 2023

The water comes from olive oil production and has to be treated in waste water treatment plants due to its high acidity and antimicrobial and phytotoxic effect. Every year, sheep grow a new fleece, making wool a completely renewable fiber, unlike synthetic fabrics, which are industrially produced from non-renewable fossil energy.

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Concept Electrical Electric Carbon 370

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MARCH 31, 2014

These additives decrease clumping of nanoparticles in the oil and improve friction and wear properties. Their advanced dispersion technology which is based on the surface chemistry of the nanocrystals, gives them superior distribution in lubricant oils. Batteries Catalysts Diesel Emissions Fuel Cells Hydrogen Lubricating Oils Motors'

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Exhaust Wind 2014 Motors 261

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AUGUST 10, 2011

This project will research, develop, and demonstrate polyalkylene glycol (PAG)- based engine oil technology which can reduce engine friction relative to conventional petroleum-based and synthetic oils. Increased availability of low cost carbon fiber can enable vehicle weight reduction and improvement in fuel economy.

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Carbon Fiber Lithium Ion Li-ion Vehicles 268

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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.

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Shelby Ford F-150 Carbon Fiber 150

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

It was completely re-engineered in 2016 and the developments focused on the reduction of friction, the optimization of the cooling system and the adoption of a variable displacement oil pump, which led to a reduction of both fuel consumption and TCO. Hydrogen fuel cell powertrain concept.

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Concept Industrial Industry Fuel 236

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JUNE 20, 2015

using a blend of 95% petroleum jet fuel and 5% sustainable green diesel, a renewable drop-in bio-hydrocarbon fuel meeting ASTM International’s standard for Diesel Fuel Oils (D-975). bio-oils and fats). In cooperation with NASA, the 757 flew on 17 June 17 from Seattle to NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton, Va., Click to enlarge.

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Diesel Green Energy 2014 150

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JUNE 21, 2012

The FLM09 features a full carbon fiber chassis, carbon brakes and an Xtrac sequential gearbox with paddle shifting. Patrick Racing was founded by oil and natural gas exploration and racing pioneer U.E. Green Racing is a major component of ALMS’ platform. Pat” Patrick.

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Gas Long Beach Carbon Fiber Indianapolis 239

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NOVEMBER 15, 2021

liter SKYACTIV-D (diesel) engine that runs on 100% bio-based fuel made from used cooking oil and microalgae fats supplied by Euglena Co., It also plans to enter the ST-Q class of the Super Taikyu Race in Okayama in its MAZDA SPIRIT RACING Bio concept DEMIO vehicle, which is equipped with a 1.5-liter

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Mazda Hydrogen Toyota Transportation 387

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MAY 3, 2021

DOE Funding: $1,500,000.

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West Virginia Wyoming Coal North Dakota 305

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MAY 20, 2016

Researchers led by a team from Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have developed a new laser process that could make joining carbon fiber composites and aluminum for lightweight cars and other multi-material high-end products less expensive—as well as making the joints more robust. Adrian Sabau.

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Carbon Fiber Carbon Long Beach Polymer 170

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MAY 19, 2015

Mustang engine, used a combination of carbon fiber, Torlon, epoxy, ceramic and metal. The engine block, cylinder head, valve spring retainers, timing gear intake valves and several other parts were made of fiber reinforced composites (FRCs). The original Polimotor was developed by Matti Holtzberg in the 1980s.

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Carbon Fiber Polymer Carbon Engine 150

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2013

DSM materials have proven important in making this trend to replace metal by plastics possible, in such applications as the air bag system and the oil sump. Now it’s time for the next step, with advanced thermoplastic composites. —Rein Borggreve, Global Research and Technology Director at DSM.

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Carbon Fiber Carbon Insight Volvo 199

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Thermal management with separate cooling loops and the steplessly regulated oil pump contribute to the relatively low fuel consumption. The carbon fiber-ceramic brake discs can withstand high temperatures and are extremely abrasion-resistant. The Audi nanuk quattro concept has a curb weight of around 1,900 kilograms (4,189 lb).

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Concept MPG Diesel Audi 199

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JULY 3, 2009

GE Global Research, the technology development arm of the General Electric Company, and the Technical University of Munich (TUM), signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a world-class carbon composites manufacturing Center of Excellence on the TUM campus in Garching, near Munich, Germany.

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Carbon Manufacturer Carbon Fiber Europe 150

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FEBRUARY 26, 2024

BYD Yangwang U9 electric supercar (Source: BYD) BYD’s U9 electric supercar features 12 sets of multifunctional active and passive aerodynamics kits, including a 4-speed adjustable electric rear wing, active diffuser, and large carbon fiber rear wing. BYD claims the U9 features “the smartest supercar cockpit” with DiLink and DiPilot.

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Ferrari BYD Land Rover Electric 52

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DECEMBER 30, 2022

A team from the University of Calgary and Rice University has used flash joule heating (FJH) ( earlier post ) to convert low-value asphaltenes—a by-product of crude oil refining—into a high-value carbon allotrope, asphaltene-derived flash graphene (AFG). Flash graphene from asphaltenes. (A)

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Waste Manufacturer Carbon Fiber Polymer 492

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APRIL 4, 2015

The characteristics of the plastic material also play an important role—the plastic must be sufficiently hard and rigid, and resistant to oil, gasoline and glycol in the cooling water. The researchers also modified the geometry of these parts to ensure that the plastic is exposed to as little heat as possible.

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Engine Carbon Fiber Parts Japan 150

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

A key part of the overall efficiency gain is the downsized 11-liter Volvo engine, featuring advanced fuel injection, cooling, oil and turbo-charging systems, as well as new “wave” pistons and other improvements. 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

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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

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2010

Materials Innovation Technologies will develop low cost carbon fiber composite manufacturing technology to address the need for cost-effective, high volume production, lighter-weight components for automobiles and other vehicles by designing, manufacturing and testing several target components.

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Fuel Energy Carbon Fiber Polymer 210

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DECEMBER 17, 2020

In the Toyota Mirai, compressed hydrogen fuel is stored in three 10,000-psi carbon-fiber-reinforced high-pressure tanks: one mounted longitudinally in the center of the car; another mounted transversely under the rear seat, and a third below the battery. Cooling air for the battery is silently pulled in from the cabin.

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Toyota Design Electric Vehicles Fuel 448

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MARCH 7, 2013

The company is also aggressively investing in advanced materials, including nano steels, carbon fiber and resistance spot welding for aluminum structures. GM, said Akerson, is doing a much better job optimizing mass efficiency. The new Cadillac ATS is lighter than a comparable BMW 3-Series. Clean diesel. Energy policy.

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Fuel Economy Economy GM Gasoline 210