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Dynamically tuning the structure of platinum in catalytic converters to enhance performance under different conditions

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Using a diesel oxidation catalytic converter (DOC), the scientists of Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and their partners found that the particle size and oxidation state of the platinum component during operation can be modified specifically and dynamically during operation. The project is funded with €960,000 (US$1.1 201707842.

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New MQB-based Volkswagen Arteon fastback debuts in Geneva; 1.5L TSI Evo with cylinder deactivation

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Volkswagen introduced the new Arteon five-door fastback at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show. The proven concept of the exhaust manifold integrated into the cylinder head has been retained. The cylinder deactivation, another subassembly from the EA211 engine assembly kit, has been improved and is entering volume production with the TSI evo.

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Daimler Trucks NA SuperTruck achieves 115% freight efficiency improvement over 2009 baseline; 50.2% engine BTE

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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. The truck chassis was redesigned as well.

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No Silent Electric Vehicles | Sound For Electric Vehicles

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They have been proudly serving the community since 2017 and has been constantly working on developing new acoustics, manufacturing vital hardware systems, and most importantly, coming up with comfortable musical compositions for EVs. Geekay Electric Cycle Kit. At THOR , the engineers have taken this job very seriously. Also Read:-.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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The bumper, with a flat top and a skid-resistance surface, incorporates dual exhaust tips. Road Test: 2017 Ford Escape. LED tail lights and a very small “PLUG-IN HYBRID” badge on the lower right corner make up the details of the rear, hands-free foot activated lift gate. Flash Drive: 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

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Road Test: 2021 Genesis GV80 2.5T RWD Prestige

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In only a few short years Genesis, the luxury division of Hyundai launched in 2017, released the excellent G70, G80 and G90 sedans. Below in the lower fascia are dual horizontal exhaust ports. The Premium Midsize SUV Benchmark. But if a car company is going to make it today, they need to be selling sport utility vehicles. V6 AWD model.

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MAN Diesel & Turbo to convert 3 more coastal container ships to LNG

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The three ships are sisters to the Wes Amelie, a 1,036-TEU feeder container ship with an MAN 8L48/60B main engine that was retrofitted to a multi-fuel, four-stroke MAN 51/60DF unit earlier in 2017. million) for 10 such LNG-retrofits at the international Our Ocean 2017 conference in Malta recently. Earlier post.)

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