New GM/Tula DSF cylinder deactivation technology could boost fuel efficiency in engines by up to 15%
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 5, 2015
With intake or exhaust (or both) valve deactivation in place, inactive cylinders are prevented from pumping air through the engine, which enables effective use of three-way catalyst technology. With combustion occurring preferentially in this regime, the engine combustion system can potentially be optimized to match this operating area.
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