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Promoting renewable energy and circular economy—including the shared use of vehicles and product design that supports reuse and recycling—will help maximize the benefits of shifting to electric vehicles, according to the report. —“Electric vehicles from life cycle and circular economy perspectives”.

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Biodiesel (fatty acid methyl ester) derived from oleaginous microbes—microalgae, yeast, and bacteria—can effectively displace both petroleum diesel and biodiesel produced from plant oils, according to the findings of a new study by a team from Utah State University. Plant-based oils, commonly used to produce biodiesel (e.g.,

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Reduced transmission friction thanks to the use of low viscosity oils. The latest evolutions will become available in 2012 and will cut CO 2 emissions by approximately 20 g/km. Scheduled for launch in 2012, it is expected to account for 85% of Renault’s gasoline engine sales in 2015. Low pressure EGR (exhaust gas recirculation).

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This is complemented by a reversal of the intake and exhaust valve positions, as compared to the previous engine design. All-aluminum block and oil pan. A structural aluminum oil pan further stiffens the powertrain. Advanced oiling system, with available dry-sump system.

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Ford has confirmed that the first production applications for the new 1.0-liter, liter, 3-cylinder EcoBoost engine ( earlier post ) will be three models in the European product range: first the Focus, followed by C-MAX and the all-new Ford B-MAX. liter engine will be provided closer to market launch across Europe in early 2012.

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This increase comes despite past improvements in the efficiency of transport and is broadly in line with increases in the level of economic activity as measured by gross domestic product (GDP), as well as increases in demand for both freight and passenger transport. Monitoring of CO 2 emissions from new vans started in 2012.

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Contribution of gasoline and diesel exhaust to SOA over 0% to 50% diesel fuel use. The study determined that, depending on a region’s fuel use, diesel exhaust is responsible for 65% to 90% of vehicular-derived SOA, with substantial contributions from aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons. Gentner et al. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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has several new parts, including a new water-cooled variable-geometry turbocharger; a new high-pressure common-rail fuel delivery system; a new Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system; a new intake manifold; a new cylinder head; a new cylinder block; a new balancer shaft unit; and a new Engine Control Module (ECM). Click to enlarge.

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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. The lost available energy also results in poor off-design point fuel efficiency. g/kWh with a 3.3% kW) rating.

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In a report for IEA Bioenergy, two University of Copenhagen researchers noted that: Commercial production of bioethanol is almost twice as much as biodiesel, with the majority of the fuel used for automotive transportation. Following a successful phase II, phase III will begin: the scaling up of LEO fuel production.

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The new steel pistons are due to go into series production with an OEM this year and can consume of to 4% less fuel. For the new, high-performance generation of diesels, KSPG is exhibiting components for the exhaust gas system, steel pistons, and ultramodern high-duty plain bearings. Compact EGR valve enters series production.

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At an event in Sacramento, California, Volvo Trucks announced that it will commercialize dimethyl ether (DME)-powered heavy-duty commercial vehicles in North America, with limited production beginning in 2015. Oberon Fuels is the first company to announce plans to commercialize DME fuel production in North America. DME engine in 2015.

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GM has been working closely with Tula Technology; in 2012, GM Ventures made an equity investment in Tula. Tula Technology used a production General Motors L94 6.2L Modification to the engine block to allow oil routing to each of the lost-motion lifters. Earlier post.) Earlier post.). Eisazadeh-Far and Younkins (2016).

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The company presented these latest test results in a paper at the SAE 2012 World Congress in Detroit. The company has recently completed a 110cc production-intent prototype, which it began testing in February. Pinnacle Engines’ 110cc production-intent prototype packaged for a motorcycle application. Source: Pinnacle. Willcox, M.,

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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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The system features an integrated soot blower option, providing effective NO x reduction and overall catalyst performance when high sulfur fuels are used or engines operate at low exhaust temperature levels. The system is currently undergoing sea trials and is expected to be ready for production later this year. Click to enlarge.

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EcoBoost engine ( earlier post ) for the all-new Ford EcoSport, being previewed at Auto Expo 2012 in New Delhi. Engine refinement is improved thanks to an innovative design that immerses the two main engine drive belts in oil, resulting in quieter and more efficient running but with the durability of a chain.

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A 2012 Chevrolet Sonic undergoes a Front Offset Deformable Barrier Crash Test at a speed of 40 mph (64 km/h) in the General Motors Vehicle Safety & Crashworthiness Lab at the GM Milford Proving Ground. Chevrolet 2012 Sonic models will be powered by the Ecotec 1.4L The passenger side airbags were suppressed for this test.

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vegetable oils and animal fats)—will likely be used to meet a large fraction of the renewable content requirement, the authors note. However, the impact of these changes in HDDV exhaust emissions on ambient atmospheric pollutant concentrations and, more importantly, on human health outcomes across Canada have not been evaluated.

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Opel has begun production of its new 2.0-liter liter engine with single turbocharger, the new top-of-the-line diesel uses Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) exhaust after-treatment technology with AdBlue injection. liter BiTurbo top-end diesel, tailored for Opel’s second-generation Insignia. The newly designed 2.0-liter l/100 km (41.2

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l/100 km (62 mpg US) ( earlier post ); first deliveries of the production version of this Golf BlueMotion were made in October of the same year. At the current price of fuel in Germany (Source: German Petroleum Industry Association, July 2012) this would amount to a total fuel cost for the year of a €694 (US$893).

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EcoBoost with cylinder deactivation will debut in early 2018, becoming the first production three-cylinder engine with that fuel-saving feature. Ford’s single-cylinder deactivation design reduces complexity to make volume production achievable, but also presented significant challenges in maintaining the 1.0-liter Earlier post.).

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The RFS has been one of the most successful federal policies enacted in the United States because it achieved exactly what it was intended to do: spur research and investment, lower greenhouse gas emissions and reduce dependence on foreign oil. Steffen Mueller, principal economist at the Energy Resources Center. (Dr. Updated Modeling.

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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. liter Prius engine and also 17 kg (37.5

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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. During the day, only trucks with gas engines and with exhaust systems complying with the Euro VI standard or higher are permitted.

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In addition, the company provided a set of SKYACTIV mules (gasoline and diesel, manual and automatic transmissions) as well as current production vehicles to showcase on the road the results of its development teams’s efforts. including body, chassis, suspension) will then first appear in the new CX-5 in 2012. Click to enlarge.

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Dodge, for its part, is taking a more performance-oriented approach to the market, and is ending production of the Avenger sedan this year (that segment will be covered by the Chrysler 200) as well as the Grand Caravan minivan in 2016. Variable displacement oil pump. Integrated exhaust manifold. FCA powertrain directions. ?

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marketshare in 2012 to 1.25 LMC’s forecast suggests that pickup trucks will represent a shrinking percentage of total diesel sales in the US, dropping from 66% of diesel sales in 2012 to 35% in 2018. The company sees the percentage of diesel sales into the compact car segment growing from 4% in 2012 to 11% in 2018. lbs (4 kg).

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liter TSI Twincharger (2014-2006) by 69 points, have already rolled off the production line at the Française de Mécanique plant in Douvrin, France. liter naturally aspirated versions have been manufactured since 2012 at the French Trémery plant, which has an annual production capacity of 640,000 units. liter and 1.2-liter

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The Q1 2013 index (top) shows that the 7 top automotive nations have seen their competitive positions shift since 2012 (bottom). None of the subsidy programs that ended at the end of 2012 were renewed. Extracting oil by fracking could stabilize the oil price over the next few years. Source: Roland Berger.

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The new approach in catalyst structure is important for catalyst-assisted combustion in gas turbines fueled with natural gas, and may also help to address methane emissions in the automobile exhaust within the temperature range required for emission control, comments Dr. Robert J. Farrauto (2012) Low-Temperature Oxidation of Methane.

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The NEXBTL process hydrotreats, deoxygenates and isomerizes vegetable oils or waste fats to produce drop-in renewable diesel and jet fuels; renewable isoalkane; renewable propane; and renewable naphtha. Neste began sales of NEXBTL Naphtha in 2012. The Neste Oil renewable gasoline component represented liquid biohydrocarbons.

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While the potential of these technologies is far from exhausted, a number of important new technologies and innovative combinations of new and existing technologies are emerging.

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Friction-reducing measures include a variable speed water pump, a clutched air compressor, low-viscosity oil and an improved cylinder kit. The Freightliner SuperTruck features a low-back-pressure, next-generation aftertreatment system that efficiently removes NO x from the exhaust stream. Aerodynamics.

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On the other hand, the gasoline-powered vehicles were also in trouble because of the trail of exhaust gas, the gear shifting, and the cranking required to start the engine. Newly found reservoirs of petroleum and crude oil decreased the oil price. As the production run progressed through 2012, these became increasingly strong.

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The exhaust gas from the turbine is the used to heat water, producing steam to generate additional electricity from a steam turbine. Unlike other gasifiers, TRIG process technology was developed for both IGCC (Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle) power generation and chemicals/ fuels production. Source: NETL. Click to enlarge.

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It is desirable to reduce or replace ZDDP as it often increases frictional losses, and produces Zn-, P- and S- containing compounds in the exhaust, reducing the catalytic converter’s efficiency and lifetime. The self-limiting nature of the films is beneficial, as they would otherwise quickly use up the small amount of ZDDP in the oil.

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