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JANUARY 28, 2021

Achates Power was recently awarded a $5-million contract from the US Army to expand the family of opposed-piston engines for military vehicles. The project, awarded in late-2020, builds upon the success of the Advanced Combat Engine (ACE). to develop the Advanced Combat Engine for the US Army. Earlier post.) —John S.

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OCTOBER 18, 2012

Colorado State University has obtained a 5-year, $5-million grant from BP to study mechanisms involved with technology for oil recovery from “watered-out” wells. Upward of 70% of the petroleum can remain in the rock formations of many watered-out wells. 2000) Water Control. Bill Bailey et al. Oilfield Review.

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OCTOBER 7, 2022

The 2023 Toyota Highlander gas models are equipped with a new, higher-torque, high-efficiency turbocharged engine. liter V6 engine’s 263 lb-ft (357 N·m). Fuel efficiency is also improved for this higher-torque engine with an EPA-estimate of up to 25 MPG combined. The 265-horsepower, 2.4-liter

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OCTOBER 11, 2013

Chevrolet Sales Thailand introduced the new-generation MY14 Duramax four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine in 2.5- The new Duramax engine was engineered in Europe and the US, with global application as one of its developmental objectives. —Nicola Menarini, Global Chief Engineer, GM Powertrain. Water-cooled turbo.

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JUNE 8, 2019

liter M 139 engine is the world’s most powerful turbocharged four-cylinder engine in series production. With this engine, Mercedes-AMG has even exceeded the previously most powerful M 133 by 30 kW (41 hp). The increasing torque at higher rpm makes the engine more free-revving. 180-degree rotation. Turbocharger.

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APRIL 26, 2019

liter engine. (At engine for the Altima, including the mirror bore coating.). The team in Decherd assembles an engine every 19 seconds and is capable of building about 1.4 million engines a year. The team in Decherd assembles an engine every 19 seconds and is capable of building about 1.4 million engines a year.

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OCTOBER 8, 2012

Researchers in Germany and Finland report the first online measurement of gaseous sulfuric acid (GSA) in the exhaust gas of a modern heavy-duty diesel engine in an effort to quantify the role of low-vapor-pressure gases in the formation of nucleation particles (NUP). of hydrocarbons) significantly. of hydrocarbons) significantly.

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DECEMBER 3, 2021

The US Department of Energy (DOE) announced $35 million in funding for twelve projects focused on developing technologies to reduce methane emissions in the oil, gas, and coal industries. Natural Gas Engines. This would simultaneously reduce methane emissions and improve engine efficiency. Selection amount: $1,500,000).

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MARCH 26, 2018

liter Dynamic-Force direct-injection inline four-cylinder engine (M20A-FKS) ( earlier post ) with gains in power, fuel efficiency, and cleaner emissions. Physically, the engine is smaller and lighter than its 1.8-liter VVT-iE uses one electric motor instead of oil pressure to control the variable valve timing. Earlier post.).

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DECEMBER 24, 2020

Argent has a fleet of about 20 pieces of equipment comprising wheel loaders, excavators, bobcats and a couple of water trucks. There’s no change in engine performance. We have noticed that the exhaust appears cleaner and seems less toxic. Western States Oil, headquartered in San Jose, Calif., —Bill Crotinger.

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JUNE 20, 2014

Performance of the new ESTEC engine (1NR-FKE) compared to the current 1NR-FE engine applied in the Yaris. Engineers at Toyota have developed an approach to applying the Atkinson cycle—used in the engines in Toyota hybrids since 1997—for engines in conventional, non-hybrid vehicles. Yamada et al.

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Fuel Economy Economy Engine Toyota 278

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JULY 11, 2020

liter EcoDiesel V-6 engine. liter EcoDiesel V-6 engine, rated at 260 horsepower and 442 lb.-ft. of torque, with engine stop-start (ESS) technology standard, is available on Gladiator Sport, Overland and Rubicon models. All-new EcoDiesel engine. 1 to improve fuel economy and reduce engine noise. 1 from 16.5:1

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MAY 26, 2016

The CNG engine delivers equivalent performance to its diesel counterpart. The 6-cylinder engine is suited for applications such as heavy haulage, garbage collection, city and intercity transportation, and can be fueled by compressed (CNG), liquefied (LNG) or renewable (bio-methane) natural gas. The Cursor 9 CNG, which replaces the 7.8-liter

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International Engine China Exhaust 150

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

liter V6 engine produces up to 389 horsepower and 479 lb-ft (649 N·m) of torque. With the water-cooled intercooler keeping turbo temperatures down, the V6 engine improves on the outgoing V8 engine in every way. The exhaust valves’ shape has also been optimized to enhance cooling performance.

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JANUARY 20, 2014

Tata Motors launched its REVOTRON Series of next-generation gasoline engines for the passenger vehicle market in India. The first engine in the new series, which will include 3- and 4-cylinder models, is the 1.2-liter liter Turbocharged Intercooled Multi-point Fuel Injected (MPFi) Petrol Engine, REVOTRON 1.2T.

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MARCH 2, 2012

Renault is introducing three new Energy engines ( earlier post ) in its Mégane Collection 2012: the new turbocharged, gasoline direct-injection Energy TCE 115 di; the Energy dCi 130; and the Energy dCi 110, with NEDC fuel consumption of 3.5 16V engine. Versions of Mégane Collection 2012 powered by this engine consume 5.3

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Fuel Economy MPG 2012 Engine 278

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DECEMBER 14, 2016

million to continue development of a new, patented, high-efficiency, lighter-weight rotary engine. LiquidPiston, a developer of advanced combustion engine technology, received the award for the first phase of a program to realize the full capability of its patented high-efficiency hybrid cycle (HEHC) engine. Earlier post.).

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Engine Exhaust 2014 Diesel 150

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JANUARY 29, 2020

The results of a new analysis by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) show that, when combined with a trend toward higher methane leakage and combustion slip, there is no climate benefit from using liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a marine fuel—regardless of the engine technology. First, it contains very little sulfur.

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MARCH 13, 2012

New medium-duty Euro VI engine. Mercedes-Benz unveiled a new generation of medium-duty engines with the series designation OM 93x. Together with the new heavy-duty OM 470 engine, Daimler is expanding its “BlueEfficiency Power” engine portfolio into a comprehensive range complying with the impending Euro VI emissions standard.

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Engine Mercedes Commercial Exhaust 299

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AUGUST 20, 2019

The FlexWork valve train was mounted on a serial production engine and has been running successfully in test bench operation for several months. The valve train is the “respiratory organ” of combustion engines: it manages the aspiration of fresh air and the discharge of exhaust gases (gas exchange). Image: Empa.

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MAY 6, 2012

When the new A3 is launched ( earlier post ), Audi will be offering one TDI and two TFSI engines, with a 1.4L The initial three four-cylinder engines all make their appearance as new developments. Their engine displacements range from 1.4 TDI with its 1,968 cc engine displacement (bore x stroke: 81.0 Click to enlarge.

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DECEMBER 13, 2012

The newly unveiled 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 pickup trucks will deliver more power, more torque and improved fuel efficiency, partly due to a trio of all-new EcoTec3 engines designed specifically for the needs of full-size truck customers. The new engine family includes a 4.3L V6, a 5.3L V-8 and a 6.2L

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Sierra Silverado 2014 Engine 218

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

The 49,000 dwt vessels are built with the second generation of MAN B&W ME-LGIM two stroke dual-fuel engines that can run on both methanol and conventional marine fuels. MAN Energy Solutions developed the ME-LGIM dual-fuel engine for operation on methanol, heavy fuel oil (HFO), marine diesel oil (MDO) or marine gas oil (MGO).

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FEBRUARY 17, 2014

ECOTEC Direct Injection Turbo gasoline engine that has been developed at the manufacturer’s International Technical Development Center in Rüsselsheim, Germany. The engine will come in two configurations, respectively giving 66 kW/90 hp and 85 kW/115 hp. liter mid-size gasoline and diesel engine families ( earlier post ).

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Engine Gasoline Water Fuel 268

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APRIL 22, 2014

is developing a prototype 10 kW Free Piston Engine Linear Generator (FPEG) featuring a thin and compact build, high efficiency and high fuel flexibility. The piston has a hollow structure and moves along a column stay, which in turn enables the construction of a cooling oil passage within the stay. Click to enlarge.

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OCTOBER 8, 2019

liter V-6 EcoDiesel engine. The all-new EcoDiesel engine and Ram 1500 eTorque mild-hybrid powertrains deliver outstanding fuel efficiency alternatives for our Ram 1500 customers. All-new EcoDiesel engine. Redesigned intake ports to improve engine performance and fuel economy. full-size truck mix. liter EcoDiesel.

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OCTOBER 30, 2016

billion) in its strategic engine initiative. The optimization of advanced high-tech engines plays a key role in our road map towards sustainable mobility. The new engines] also need to be designed with a view to all current and future requirements. The result is a dynamic engine response with no turbo lag. —Prof.

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APRIL 28, 2016

The first model in this future generation of spark ignition engines is the 1.5-liter The fuel-efficient and high-torque gasoline-fueled TSI engine is set to launch in late 2016, initially with outputs of 96 kW and 110 kW. The improvements in fuel economy take effect across a wide range of the engine map—i.e, TSI (92 kW).

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DECEMBER 13, 2017

Southwest Research Institute recently opened a new fully automated, multi-fuel burner facility designed to rapidly and cost-effectively age and evaluate exhaust catalyst equipment for a wide range of engines. SwRI has also improved system controls, allowing precise control of low exhaust flow rates. .

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Fuel cells are also sensitive to oil admixtures. The electric compressor used to compress the supply air flow must therefore be oil-free. This also applies to the shaft bearing, as even small quantities of oil can cause irreversible damage. As a result, the charge air coolers used must be resistant to ionized water.

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Commercial Fuel Vehicles Water 223

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MARCH 18, 2011

Daimler Trucks has launched the Mercedes-Benz OM 47x, under the name “Blue Efficiency Power” The Blue Efficiency Power generation of Mercedes-Benz engines has been specifically developed for use in Europe and is the first of its type to meet, from the outset, the Euro VI emission standard. Mercedes-Benz OM 471, with a 12.8-liter

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APRIL 6, 2016

The 158,000-m 3 crude-oil tankers will each be powered by individual MAN B&W 6G70ME-C9.5 two-stroke main-engines that feature integrated Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) systems. Vessels with a keel-laid date on or after 1 January 2016 that travel in NO x Emission Control Areas (ECA) require IMO Tier III-certified engines.

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MAY 6, 2014

Neither is the result of immediate wide-spread customer demand, noted Bob Lee, VP and Head of Engine, Powertrain and Electrified Propulsion Systems Engineering for Chrysler Group LLC, later in the day: Electrification has been over-blown by the media. FCA is working on consolidating and improving its large and specialty engines lineup.

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JUNE 5, 2017

Audi engineers have intensively further developed the new 3.0 TDI diesel engine for the European market. In the new Audi A5 and Q5 models, the V6 diesel outputs 210 kW (286 hp) as well as 620 N·m (457lb-ft) of torque (this engine version is not yet for sale. Audi recalls 24,000 cars in Europe with Euro 5 TDI engines.

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JANUARY 10, 2018

At the USNA, the Power+ will capture the waste heat from an existing helicopter turbine used to train the USNA Midshipmen, using a custom designed exhaust gas heat exchanger provided by Creare. Hot water is the only fuel consumed by the Power+. —Roger Hill, Lead Project Engineer at Creare.

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Waste Exhaust Maryland Gas-Electric 186

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

liter turbo engine that is mounted longitudinally at the front; this is the most powerful production four-cylinder in the world. They underline the high-end engineering competence of the Affalterbach-based developers. A two-speed electric motor positioned on the rear axle supports the 2.0-liter

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JULY 16, 2014

gasoline unit that is the first member of a new family of 14 highly efficient engines to be launched by 2015. With a thermal efficiency of 37%, the engine delivers a combined-cycle fuel consumption of 4.1 Mass-produced gasoline engines on average have a thermal efficiency of between 30 and 35%, Toyota said.). A 4-cylinder, 1.33-liter

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