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FEBRUARY 20, 2013

Researchers at the German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt; DLR) Institute of Vehicle Concepts in Stuttgart have developed a demonstrator multi-fuel free-piston linear generator (FPLG, or Freikolbenlineargenerator, FKLG in German) as a range extender for electric vehicles. Intake, exhaust and fuel injection.

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Universal Range Motors Motoring 285

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AUGUST 4, 2011

the step-by-step introduction of electrification to SKYACTIV internal combustion engines: stop-start, followed by regenerative braking, followed by electric motor drive technologies. Residual gas reduction via the 4-2-1 manifold system. including body, chassis, suspension) will then first appear in the new CX-5 in 2012.

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Mazda Engine Gasoline Diesel 322

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OCTOBER 30, 2019

Currently, it is often incinerated to produce steam and electricity. While bioethanol is not a drop-in fuel, the residual lignin can be converted to a drop-in fuel via thermal treatments such as gasification or solvolysis. Lignin is a structural bio-polymer which contributes to the rigidity of plants. The oxygen content is lowered to.

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BMW Mariner Fuel Diesel 150

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OCTOBER 14, 2011

BMW will add further engines to the line-up in 2012, when the BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (using a powertrain similar to that of the ActiveHybrid 5, earlier post ) will also make its premiere. Exhaust stream from cylinders 1 and 4, and the exhaust stream from cylinders 2 and 3, follow separate spiral-shaped paths to the turbine wheel.

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BMW 2012 Engine MPH 275

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OCTOBER 30, 2022

IDTechEx’s latest master electric vehicle report “ Electric Vehicles: Land, Sea & Air 2022-2042 ” finds 35.7 million electric vehicles (EV) were sold in 2021 and predicts this will rise to more than 74 million by 2030. Source: IDTechEx - “Electric Vehicles: Land, Sea & Air 2022-2042”.

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Market Electric Vehicles Vehicles Cars 150

DIY Electric Car

MARCH 3, 2012

It has been about 5 months since I posted my first blog about converting my car to electricity. Winter 2011-2012: Engine Bay and Under-car: The car is now completely gas-less. No engine, no fuel tank, no alternator, pumps, radiators, exhaust pipes, or muffler.

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Conversion 2012 Deep Cycle Lead Acid 100

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JULY 16, 2014

It includes a cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system, an electric water pump, a low-friction distribution chain, an intake manifold made of a composite material and a compact exhaust manifold. In addition, the exhaust temperature is lower than that of conventional engines. lbs) lighter.

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2014 Engine Toyota Hybrid 273

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DECEMBER 6, 2013

The Fuso Canter Eco Hybrid, which was unveiled at the International Motor Show in Hanover in September 2012, is the first series production hybrid light-duty truck in Europe. The core of the diesel-electric drive system is the 3.0-liter The core of the diesel-electric drive system is the 3.0-liter

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Fleet Transportation Hybrid Fuel 220

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MAY 7, 2009

These new technologies complement the energy recovery system, already standard on many Audi models, which feeds energy back into the vehicle’s electrical system during deceleration phases. By 2012 Audi plans to lower the fuel consumption of its model range by 20% compared with the 2007 level. Energy recovery system.

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Audi 2012 Fuel Fuel Economy 150

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2012

Oh presented a paper on the work, which was the result of two years of research activity in conjunction with Bombardier Recreational Projects, at the ASME 2012 Internal Combustion Engine Division Fall Technical Conference. Everything else—pistons, porting and crankcase, bearings, exhaust, etc.—were

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2009

(Beijing Guoneng) has awarded KBR a contract to provide licensing, engineering services and proprietary equipment for the implementation of KBR’s and Southern Company’s Transport Integrated Gasification technology (TRIG) at a power plant operated by Dongguan Tianming Electric Power Co., that is managed and operated by Southern Company.

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Coal China Commercial Gas-Electric 236

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MAY 12, 2012

The Directorate for Engineering is now seeking proposals (NSF 12-559) for awards totalling up to $12 million for FY 2012, 2013, and 2014, pending availability of funds. wind, solar, electric) are not yet at the stage where they can significantly impact petroleum use. At the present time, sustainable energy technologies (e.g.,

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Fuel Economy Engine Economy 2014 240

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FEBRUARY 25, 2014

Here the exhaust gases are cleaned by a combination of exhaust gas recirculation, oxidation catalytic converter and particulate filter. The capacity of the particulate filter and the SCR catalytic converter has been increased to meet the stricter requirements of Euro VI. it never needs to be cleaned or replaced.

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Hybrid Fuel Standards Exhaust 199

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FEBRUARY 9, 2012

Since then, this engine has been heavily revised to accommodate increasing demand for improvements in exhaust emissions and acoustics. One of the most fundamental improvements was converting the Pumpe Duse (unit injector) fuel-injection system to a common-rail design, as well as increasing the capacity by 72 cc thanks to a 1.5-mm

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Diesel Sale Exhaust Engine 246

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JULY 6, 2012

Elements of the hybrid drive for Eco Hybrid: electric motor between clutch and Duonic gear box; Li-ion battery pack; power electronics. 2012 Fuso Canter Eco Hybrid. The Canter Eco Hybrid has a parallel-hybrid architecture with an additional electric motor between the clutch and the gearbox. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

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MARCH 8, 2012

The new Yaris Hybrid—the first full hybrid vehicle to go on sale in the European B-segment—made its world debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. liter gasoline engine with a lighter, more compact electric motor, transaxle, inverter and battery pack. Yaris Hybrid powertrain. Click to enlarge.

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Hybrid Toyota Downsizing Sale 240

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JUNE 7, 2010

In terms of powertrain technologies, Renault focused on the introduction of new technologies for internal combustion engines and conventional transmissions, as well as outlining its commitment to electric powertrains. The latest evolutions will become available in 2012 and will cut CO 2 emissions by approximately 20 g/km. liter engine.

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Environment Engine 2010 Parts 230

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MARCH 27, 2015

The Freightliner SuperTruck features a low-back-pressure, next-generation aftertreatment system that efficiently removes NO x from the exhaust stream. The aftertreatment system features additional insulation to retain maximum heat energy in the exhaust. This reduces friction, and increases efficiency and fuel economy.

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2009 Engine Detroit Oregon 150

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DECEMBER 20, 2013

The areas of interest outlined in the notice of intent (NOI) fall into two broad categories: technologies to advance plug-in electric vehicles; and technologies to improve fuel efficiency, including dual-fuel, fuel properties (e.g., Reducing the cost of electric drive systems from $30/kW to $8/kW. million barrels per day); and.

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Vehicles Fuel Economy Carbon Fiber Plug-in 246

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2011

2012 Prius Plug-in hybrid. kWh Li-ion pack enabling an electric range of up to 15 miles (24 km) at speeds of up to 62 mph (100 km/h), according to Toyota. kWh Li-ion pack enabling an electric range of up to 15 miles (24 km) at speeds of up to 62 mph (100 km/h), according to Toyota. Maximum electric range is 15 miles.

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Prius Plug-in 2012 Plug 244

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MARCH 22, 2016

Hybrid pioneer Audi, the first manufacturer to have won the Le Mans 24 Hours with an energy recuperation system, used a flywheel energy storage system from 2012 to 2015. —Thomas Laudenbach, Head of Electrics, Electronics and Energy Systems at Audi Sport. In 2012, Audi started with about 150 kW (204 hp) of electrical power output.

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Audi 2016 Hybrid Diesel 150

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OCTOBER 12, 2010

in collaboration with Caltech, are testing the combination of a cool flame fuel reformer and a solid-acid fuel cell (SAFC) as the core components of a new electric auxiliary power unit (APU). The electric generator is being developed and produced by the Norwegian company Nordic Power Systems (NPS). SAFCell Inc., Lutz Hartmann et al.

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Norway Diesel Fuel Hydrogen 199

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AUGUST 23, 2011

2012 Camry Hybrid. The 2012 Camry again offers three powertrain choices, all of which have been enhanced for 2012 to provide better fuel economy and more responsive performance: a revised 2.5L, 4-cylinder gasoline engine; an enhanced 3.5-liter Under the hood of the 2012 Camry Hybrid. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy Camry Hybrid Economy 2012 199

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JUNE 9, 2014

If the best teams, as last was the case in the 2012 season that saw only brief safety car periods, covered 378 laps, then Audi’s high-performance TDI engine would have 317.52 Since 2012, the diesel hybrid drive of the R18 e-tron quattro has been unbeaten at La Sarthe. Click to enlarge. when the boost pressure limit has been reached.

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2006 Audi 2014 Engine 294

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NOVEMBER 17, 2011

At the Los Angeles Auto Show, Fiat unveiled the 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth—a performance variant of the 500—featuring the first application of the new 1.4-liter The 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth is also fitted with a heavy-duty five-speed manual transmission with Torque Transfer Control (TTC) system. liter MultiAir Turbo. liter engine.

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2012 Exhaust Engine Oil 294

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DECEMBER 5, 2012

natural gas vehicle. natural gas vehicle, previewed in a concept form in 2011 ( earlier post ) and revealed in its production version at the Geneva auto show in March this year, in Europe. The natural gas version produces its 50 kW output at 6,200 rpm and reaches its maximum torque of 90 N·m (66 lb-ft) at 3,000 rpm.

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Gas CO2 Vehicles Gas-Electric 291

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NOVEMBER 17, 2015

TDI quattro plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ); the Audi A7 h-tron quattro fuel cell vehicle ( earlier post ); the Audi e-tron quattro concept battery-electric SUV ( earlier post ); the Audi TT clubsport turbo concept ( earlier post ); the Audi RS 5 TDI competition concept ( earlier post ); and the Audi R18 e-tron quattro ( earlier post ).

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Audi PHEV Diesel Fuel 150

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MAY 31, 2012

Researchers at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory report on a highly efficient, small-scale solid oxide fuel cell system featuring PNNL-developed microchannel technology in combination with adiabatic, external steam reforming and anode gas recirculation. On the other side is a cooler gas that is heading toward the fuel cell.

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Fuel Gas-Electric Conversion Gas 300

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DECEMBER 12, 2013

Hybrid system with an electric turbocharger in the internal combustion engine (ERS-H – Energy Recovery System Heat, a system that stores energy converted from heat). Use of the exhaust gas in the area of the rear diffusor, as in the case of the 2013-generation Audi R18 e-tron quattro, is now prohibited.

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Audi Hybrid Energy Storage Diesel 278

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JUNE 12, 2015

The company currently has a number of projects underway producing or developing—with its different technology partners—e-gas (methane) ( earlier post ); e-ethanol ( earlier post ); two versions of e-diesel from different pathways ( earlier post , earlier post ); and e-benzin (gasoline) ( earlier post ). Click to enlarge.

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OCTOBER 1, 2022

It is rare when we post a review of a car that is only available in one of the 50 United States, but such is the case with the 2022 Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV), which is only sold in California. Those lucky enough to live in California have the opportunity to own one of the nicest electric cars on the road.

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Toyota Hydrogen Lexus Gasoline-Electric 85

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MAY 14, 2012

The new Mercedes-Benz A-Class, due to begin sales in Europe in September 2012, features a wide choice of gasoline and diesel engines with up to 26% lower fuel consumption compared to comparable preceding models, accompanied by a considerable power increase. In addition to high-pressure EGR, where hot exhaust. liter gasoline engine.

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Mercedes Engine Fuel Exhaust 218

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JUNE 17, 2013

E-Thrust is a “series hybrid” electrical distributed propulsion system concept using one gas power unit providing the electrical power for six fans for lower fuel consumption, fewer emissions and less noise. E-Fan: electric aircraft in progress. Click to enlarge. E-Fan in the hangar. Click to enlarge.

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Hybrid Re-Charge Electrical Electric 334

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JANUARY 29, 2013

The Golf 4MOTION’s four-cylinder diesel engines (EA288) are new designs, and made their debut in 2012 with the Mk 7 Golf. These include components of relevance to exhaust emissions, such as the injection system, the turbocharger and the intercooling within the air intake module. Maximum power from the 1.6L

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Fuel Exhaust Diesel Land Rover 255

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OCTOBER 25, 2011

The regenerative braking system converts kinetic energy to electricity during deceleration, stores it in capacitors and then uses it to power the vehicle’s electric equipment, thereby reducing load on the engine and saving fuel. Mazda regenerative braking system. Click to enlarge. Mazda’s diesels. The SKYACTIV-D 2.2

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Mazda Japan Diesel Clean 210

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FEBRUARY 8, 2012

Ah NiMH battery and a variable-voltage system in which a boost converter boosts the operating voltage of the system to a maximum of 520 V DC. The adoption of a cooled-EGR system reduces cooling loss and pumping loss; with lower exhaust heat, heat efficiency was enhanced and, consequently, fuel efficiency was enhanced as well.

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Prius Hybrid Motors Motoring 356

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APRIL 10, 2013

Opel is launching three new engine families and 13 new engines between 2012 and 2016, renewing 80% of its engine portfolio. The exhaust side shaft features cast iron gears to reverse rotational direction of the exhaust shaft. The engine retains the proven concept of a turbine-integrated exhaust manifold.

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