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JANUARY 18, 2014

Sample topic areas that might address one or more of these barriers include: Novel cell, module or pack designs that significantly improve the thermal or safety performance, or significantly reduce the weight, volume, and cost of non? burn and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)?diluted Carbon Fiber or Lightweight Materials.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

Because the exhaust gases form part of the active aerodynamic package, Jaguar has utilized a specialized zirconia-molybdenum coating. This advanced heat-resistant coating is regularly used in Formula One cars and is applied in a plasma spray to the carbon-fiber diffuser to protect it from the exhaust gases.

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AUGUST 10, 2011

This project will develop a novel low cost route to carbon fiber using a lignin/PAN hybrid precursor and carbon fiber conversion technologies leading to high performance, low-cost carbon fiber. Plasan Carbon Composites. Advanced cells and design technology for electric drive batteries.

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MARCH 5, 2012

The Vortec engine features hardened exhaust valves and hardened intake and exhaust valve seats. The trucks use a 17-gallon Type 3 CNG tank made from composite material with aluminum liner and carbon fiber wrap. The Silverado and Sierra will be available in standard and long box, with either two- or four-wheel drive.

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APRIL 30, 2018

This next-generation concept truck features a custom, aerodynamic design and aims to demonstrate improvements in fuel economy for Class 8 trucks. Special Starship features include: Bespoke 100% hyper-aerodynamic carbon fiber cab. Bespoke design, elongated flaps fit. and ending in Jacksonville, Fla. of the engine.

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APRIL 30, 2025

However, most of that weight savings is optional, showing up on options like magnesium wheels, lightweight polycarbonate grille inspired by the DBS 770 Ultimate, and all manner of carbon fiber including the roof. Carbon ceramic brake discs the size of dinner platters measure some 16.5 inches in diameter on the front axle.

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MARCH 30, 2023

Carbon fiber, produced via artisan craftmanship in the Sant’Agata Bolognese factory, is the principal structural element within the new car, used not only in the monofuselage and frame but also for many elements of the bodywork. The Revuelto is the first super sports car to be fitted with a 100% carbon fiber front structure.

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DECEMBER 9, 2011

Turbo ecoFLEX natural gas version has been fitted with gas tanks made of composite material including carbon fiber. In the case of 100% biogas propulsion, the carbon foot print is almost zero. Rather than using conventional steel gas cylinders, the engineers opted for advanced composite material including carbon fiber.

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JUNE 24, 2013

The XL1 is aggressively optimized for efficiency in all areas of its design and technology—from materials (carbon fiber reinforced polymer monocoque); to powertrain (0.8L With XL1, the engineers and designers successfully came up with a body design that delivers more everyday utility than the two previous prototypes.

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MARCH 6, 2017

Suggesting a radical reinterpretation of the INFINITI Q60 coupe, the Project Black S features an aerodynamically-optimized new design with a performance hybrid powertrain developed in close collaboration with the Renault Sport Formula One Team. liter V6 twin-turbo engine, the most advanced V6 engine INFINITI has ever offered. Earlier post.).

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OCTOBER 12, 2012

It is designed for use without a clutch, either in manual mode with the steering-wheel mounted paddles or in automatic mode. The air in the cabin is recycled automatically to reduce the nuisance caused by exhaust gases from other vehicles. The engineers of Exagon Motors developed this gearbox specially for an electric motor.

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

The engine’s twin electric turbochargers are fitted with two MGU-H (‘H’ for ‘heat’) units, to harvest heat energy from exhaust gases. This expertise is no more evident than in the high-tech design of the rear wing, validated by Renault Sport Formula One Team’s aerodynamicists and finished in carbon fiber.

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MARCH 6, 2012

Assuming a mass-produced fuel-efficient vehicle, the FT-Bh body structure makes greater use of high-tensile-strength steel and does not require expensive materials such as carbon fiber for weight reduction. This concept shows what can be done when every aspect of the car is designed to reduce emissions.

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DECEMBER 2, 2009

The newly designed 0.8 Furthermore, the electric motor (10 kW)—designed as a pulse start module (starter, alternator and E-drive)—also reduces the load of the TDI, provides added propulsion (boosting) and works to recover kinetic energy (regenerative braking). Lite was designed to operate without any TDI propulsion at all.

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AUGUST 14, 2014

Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) Development of Carbon Fiber Composites for Lightweight Vehicles (Area of Interest 2). This project will develop, integrate and implement predictive models for Carbon-Fiber Reinforced Polymer composites that link the material design, molding process and final performance.

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MARCH 6, 2014

The first system is the innovative recovery of thermal energy by an electric generator powered by exhaust gases. The V-4 gasoline engine of the Porsche 919 Hybrid features direct injection, turbocharging and an energy recovery system for the exhaust gases. Click to enlarge.

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MAY 21, 2015

The new Veradel grade is a tough, high-performance resin designed to meet growing global demand for advanced polymers that can improve automotive powertrain efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. This high-performing polymer also delivers good dimensional stability and strong resistance to oil and exhaust gases.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

In collaboration with KraussMaffei, Henkel has developed a process for the manufacture of components based on glass or carbon fiber and using high-pressure resin transfer molding (HP-RTM) technology that creates a surface quality good enough for automobile exteriors.

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JANUARY 22, 2014

AOI 2: Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) Development of Carbon Fiber Composites for Lightweight Vehicles. ($6M) For the purposes of this AOI, a carbon fiber composite is defined as a composite that combines carbon fiber with polymer resin. Carbon Fiber Composite Targets.

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JULY 31, 2017

Toyota’s carbon fiber closure panels for the 2017 Prius Prime and Lexus LC500 ( earlier post ), and Faurecia’s Adaptive Valve for exhaust systems employed on the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado took the top honors for the module category. 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. The combination of the two materials contribute to weight savings of 18.5

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DECEMBER 16, 2010

The objective of this AOI is to accelerate the realization of lighter weight vehicle materials made from magnesium and carbon fiber capable of attaining 50% weight reduction of passenger vehicles. Development of Low-Cost Carbon Fiber. AOI 4: Develop Advanced Cells and Design Technology for Electric Drive Batteries.

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DECEMBER 20, 2013

Integrated computational materials engineering (ICME) development of carbon fiber composites for lightweight vehicles. Possible areas of interest for technology to improve fuel efficiency include: Development of high-performance low-temperature catalysts for exhaust aftertreatment. Dual-fuel technologies.

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JULY 22, 2014

Their modular design allows short replacement times and an individual vehicle design. Galea fiber composite vehicle head. It has been designed for intercity railway transportation and consists mainly of glass fiber reinforced plastics (GFRP). Train front ends have to bear extreme loads when impacts occur.

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Energy Carbon Fiber Standards Concept 236

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

Ultra-Light Door Design, Manufacturing and Demonstration (Area of Interest 2). This project will design, develop, and demonstrate an ultra- light hybrid composite door and utilize predictive engineering (PE) to identify robust material and process design cycles. Analysis and Design Application Company. TPI Composites.

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MARCH 18, 2025

This is Part 1 of a two-part build series where we focus on a cat-back exhaust, a cold air intake and carbon fiber aero upgrades. We opted for the AWE Tuning Touring Exhaust System , a cat-back system designed for better flow and minimal drone. Despite the car being rust-free, getting it off took some effort.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Both cars got new bumper designs, and the GTI now comes standard with a front LED lightbar. The Golf R also has a new 19-inch wheel design that VW says is 20 percent lighter than the units on the outgoing car. Both cars come with a turbocharged 2.0-liter liter four-cylinder engine, but the Rs powertrain saw.

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MAY 16, 2013

To save weight, components such as the oil tank, the air filter box integrated into the subframe and the air induction are made of carbon fiber reinforced polymer. This design requires a new thermodynamic air channeling concept. Weight and performance optimizations achieve a power output per liter of approx. Hybrid modules.

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JANUARY 14, 2015

At the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit this week, Ford delivered first proof of that focus with the reveal of the new Ford GT carbon-fiber supercar, as well as the new F-150 Raptor based on the new aluminum F-150 and the Shelby GT350R Mustang. Aerodynamics.

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MAY 2, 2010

The long rear hatch is made of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP)—an advantage of 6.6 Numerous additional detailed measures targeted the interior, the exterior and the technology, such as higher-grade, lighter steel for the exhaust system’s tailpipes. The crankshaft is designed as a common pin shaft. kilograms (2.65

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APRIL 10, 2012

Phase I projects must complete (1) a preliminary design; (2) a characterization of laboratory devices using the best measurements available, including a description of the measurement methods; and (3) the preparation of a road map with major milestones, that would lead to a production model of a system that would be built in Phase II.

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MARCH 27, 2015

A liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery—developed by A123 Systems in cooperation with Porsche—temporarily stores converted braking energy from the front axle as well as converted exhaust-gas energy. Changes to the wheel design were necessitated by the regulations. They were also able to further reduce shift times.

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AUGUST 17, 2023

This limited-edition Mustang is street-legal, though it has been designed in conjunction with the Mustang GT3 race car -- a car that is slated to run at the 24 Hours of Le Mans next year. liter V8 to go along with an eight-speed dual-clutch rear transaxle and carbon-fiber driveshaft. The rear subframe is tubular.

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APRIL 9, 2019

Each vehicle has been designed and developed at SEAT’s headquarters in Martorell, and represents a further step in the firm’s vehicle development program, showcasing the benefits of using CNG as the primary fuel. The Mii Ecofuel, the Ibiza TGI and the Arona TGI use tanks made of high-strength steel, while the SEAT Leon 1.5

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AUGUST 16, 2016

These trucks haul 80% of goods in the United States and use about 28 billion gallons of fuel per year, accounting for around 22% of total transportation energy usage—presenting a significant opportunity for carbon emissions reduction and energy savings for a key segment of the US transportation sector. Navistar, Inc. Federal funding.

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OCTOBER 28, 2015

Making use of an electronic wastegate for each turbocharger for faster response as well as more precisely varying vane positioning, the single-scroll turbocharger design allows for the use of smaller turbos to reduce weight and improve packaging, while still meeting power and performance benchmarks.

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MARCH 1, 2016

Air drawn into the micro turbine is passed through a heat exchanger where heat from the exhaust air is transferred to the cold intake air after it has been compressed. As this hot exhaust gas is expelled, it passes through the heat exchanger to ensure the heat energy is recuperated and transferred to cold intake air.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

(This new design added “wave” bumps on the side of the piston bowl, which allows the fuel to burn more cleanly.). The SuperTruck powertrain includes a complex Rankine waste-heat recovery system, which converts heat normally wasted in exhaust into torque, boosting fuel economy by helping to power the vehicle.

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