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CPT launching water-cooled electric supercharger for commercial diesel engines

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At the 17 th Supercharging conference this week in Dresden, Controlled Power Technologies (CPT) will launch what it says is the first water-cooled electric supercharger developed for “quasi-continuous” boosting of commercial diesel engines, including those developed for off highway applications. Cobra electric supercharger. Click to enlarge.

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Audis Downsized 1.2L TFSI for the A3 and A3 Sportback

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Downsizing entails the replacement of engine displacement with turbocharging. bar of relative boost pressure, a water-cooled intercooler reduces the temperature of the intake air. Audi has introduced a new low-displacement turbocharged gasoline engine in the A3 model line. Earlier post.) L/100km (42.8 The wholly redesigned 1.2

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Honda developing eVTOL, heading to space with robots and rockets

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Honda is currently working on downsizing the hardware and further improvement of the precision of robotic hand movements such as “grasping” and “manipulation.” It is said that there is water on the Moon, and various possibilities for the use of water may open up are attracting attention.

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Downsized 4.0 TFSI for Audi S8 cuts fuel consumption 23% compared to predecessor; cylinder deactivation and start-stop

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Audi’s principle of downsizing: “ Forced induction replaces displacement ” One twin-scroll turbocharger per cylinder bank compresses the fresh air. The thermal management system uses a ball valve to disconnect the water pump during the engine warm-up phase. It works with both of the available sound systems.

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Pierburg GmbH electric compressor for turbos

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This component allows pressure to be increased regardless of the exhaust-gas energy availability. The electric compressor fits in well and without any constraints with the proven strategy of downsizing, the company said. The motor and the electronic components are cooled by a water jacket connected to the engine cooling system.

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Downsized 5.5L V8 Biturbo in S 63 AMG Delivers 25% Fuel Savings Compared to Predecessor; Stop-Start is Standard

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Other highlights include an all-aluminum crankcase, four-valve technology with adjustable camshafts, an air/water intercooler, generator management and the standard stop-start function. AMG combines this spray-guided combustion with twin turbochargers. MCT 7-speed sports transmission with Controlled Efficiency mode and stop-start function.

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e-Traction in cold weather in-wheel direct drive bus test; automotive in-wheel product in prototype stage

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TheWheel SM500 line features integrated power electronics; a water-cooled electronics and motor package; and up to 11,000 N·m (8,100 lb-ft) peak torque. TheWheel SM500 has a range of subtypes available depending on its operating circumstances. The length of the motor vary from 345mm to 555mm depending on the torque needed.

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