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ExxonMobil Research files patent application on methods for expanding HCCI and other advanced combustion modes load range with fuel-alcohol blends

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ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Company has filed a US patent application (# 20100326387 , published 30 December 2010) on methods using a wide range of fuel-alcohol blends to expand the operating envelope of engines operating in advanced combustion modes. The patent application covers blends of between 5% and 95% alcohol.

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DOE Co-Optima report identifies top ten bio-blendstocks for efficiency in boosted SI engines

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One of the first of its kind, this comprehensive systematic assessment includes a broad range of biomass-derived molecules and mixtures across many chemical families—more than 400 bio-derived molecules. These blendstocks are best-suited for light-duty (LD) gasoline BSI engines.

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DOE Co-Optima researchers identify 6 high-potential blendstocks

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While fuel economy ratings of today’s cars significantly outstrip those of just a decade ago, cost-effective efficiency improvements remain limited by existing engine designs and fuel formulas. Establishment of modeling and analysis methods to characterize economic value and environmental performance across the supply chain.

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Perspective: US Needs to Transition to Hydrous Ethanol as the Primary Renewable Transportation Fuel

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The Model T Ford, which debuted in 1908, was originally designed to operate on alcohol. The Model T and Model A Fords were later designed to operate on either alcohol or gasoline or a blend of alcohol and gasoline. psi for all designated volatility attainment areas; and. 40 CFR § 80.27(d) Conclusion.