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PSA evaluating Aquarius Engines’ free-piston linear generator for range-extender

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PSA Groupe is evaluating a free-piston engine linear-generator under development by Israel-based start-up Aquarius Engines for use as a range-extender in its electric vehicles. Toyota envisions that a pair of such units (20 kW) would enable B/C-segment electric drive vehicles to cruise at 120 km/h (75 mph).

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Camry in Europe features new 2.0L engine with VVT-iW for both Atkinson and Otto cycles; 13% lower fuel consumption

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The 2014 Camry in Europe is benefitting from a new, Euro V-compliant, 4-cylinder, 1,998 cc, 16v, DOHC petrol engine mated to a 6-speed Multi-mode automatic transmission which replaces the existing 2.0-liter seconds, and on to a top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph). turbo 8AR-FTS engine. With a high 12.8:1 With a high 12.8:1

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Study links traffic-related pollution to risk of asthma in children

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New research led by scientists at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) and the Harvard T.H. Rice, MD, MPH, a pulmonary and critical care physician at BIDMC. Incompletely burned fossil fuels expelled from engines (especially diesel) and power plants produce black carbon—a known carcinogen and contributor to climate change.

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Why Are Modern Vehicles So Much Bigger?

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In the 1960s, Americans were enjoying cheap gasoline and everyday automobiles boasting some of the largest engines ever manufactured. Production was down, shipping routes were closed, and OPEC nations issued embargoes that ensured the United States would be punished for allying itself with Israel.

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ENFICA-FC Fuel Cell Inter-City Aircraft Ready for Flight Testing

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The Environmentally Friendly Inter-City Aircraft powered by Fuel Cells (ENFICA-FC) project, led by Turin Polytechnic University, is ready for flight-testing its fuel-cell powered, manned inter-city aircraft. University of Pisa (IT) (laboratory tests on the electric system). The Rapid 200-FC in an aircraft braking test. Earlier post.).

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Audi going to the moon; Audi lunar e-quattro rover

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mph)—but more important on the rugged surface of the moon are the vehicle’s off‑road capabilities and ability for safe orientation. The US$30-million Google Lunar XPRIZE is a competition to challenge and inspire engineers and entrepreneurs from around the world to develop low‑cost methods of robotic space exploration.

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Capstone Turbine To Unveil Prototype Microturbine Range-Extended Electric Supercar at LA Auto Show

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The prototype hybrid electric supercar with microturbine technology, based on a Factory Five Racing GTM body, will accelerate from 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds and has a top speed of 150 mph. The CMT-380 will debut at the LA Auto Show 2-13 December. Earlier post.). DOE and BIRD Grants.

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