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CMU study shows autonomous vehicle algorithms can have considerable effect on fuel economy; need for new approaches in testing

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Autonomous vehicle driving behavior can have a considerable effect on fuel economy. However, the study also showed that autonomous vehicle (AV) technology following algorithms designed without considering efficiency can degrade fuel economy by up to 3%. —Mersky and Samaras (2016).

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ICCT-sponsored study of in-use testing of 3 Tier2-Bin5, CA LEV-II light-duty diesels finds wide variation of emissions against the limits

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In-use testing of three light duty diesel vehicles—certified to US-EPA Tier2-Bin5 and California LEV-II ULEV emissions limits— found a wide variation in real world emissions performance relative to the regulatory limits. diesels and one 3.0L diesel) over pre-defined test routes exhibiting diverse driving conditions.

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Study finds high exhaust temperatures within NTE operation for heavy-duty diesels with aftertreatment systems contribute to high nanoparticle concentrations

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Current 2010 USEPA emissions standards for NO x and PM are set at 0.20 In addition, the EPA defined a Not-To-Exceed (NTE) control zone bound by certain speed and load conditions which encompasses a broad range of real-world load conditions not covered in the FTP engine dynamometer cycle. Credit: ACS, Thiruvengadam et al.

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DOE’s Manufacturing Institute to award $35M to support R&D in recycling, reuse and remanufacturing

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The REMADE Institute also announced the selection of 9 projects for negotiation dedicated to improving the competitiveness of US Manufacturing and advancing the circular economy. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Phinix, LLC. Iowa State University, Danfoss.

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Obama Administration Opens Up Oil and Gas Development and Exploration in Gulf of Mexico, Atlantic and Arctic

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And the only way this transition will succeed is if it strengthens our economy in the short term and the long term. To fail to recognize this reality would be a mistake. Energy Security Announcements. The Department of the Interior’s Minerals Management Service estimates that the Gulf of Mexico contains 36-41.5

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Toyota introduces 2012 Prius Plug-in Hybrid

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The 2012 Prius Plug-in Hybrid retains the Hybrid Synergy Drive of the standard Prius model and will seamlessly switch into hybrid operation at a pre-determined state of battery charge. The on-board charging system accommodates single pulse DC 110/220 volt input, and is compliant to SAE J1772 standards. The hybrid system includes the 1.8-liter

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Rapid Charging Electric Cars: How Fast, How Soon?

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For the standard version, Tesla plans to use a battery that can recharge at a typical 220V outlet in about four hours. “Buyers of the Model S can play it safe (and have more flexibility in terms of where they can charge the car) by using the standard 120V outlet, but the charging will take longer.&# I’m depressed.