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INFINITI has also called upon the team’s high level of expertise in advanced composite materials to create the carbon fiber bodywork elements of the Project Black S. These include a new high-performance titanium twin exhaust system, maximizing the efficiency of air flow through the powertrain. Earlier post.).

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Infinity Carbon Fiber Hybrid Lithium Ion 170

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JANUARY 18, 2014

burn and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)?diluted Carbon Fiber or Lightweight Materials. VTO is seeking projects that address the major challenges to developing and commercializing carbon fiber composites for lightweight structures. Most critical is the cost of the carbon fiber. mode operation.

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Carbon Fiber Fuel Batteries Battery 252

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Special Starship features include: Bespoke 100% hyper-aerodynamic carbon fiber cab. Starship uses full synthetic Shell Heavy Duty Engine Oil; Shell Rotella DEF Diesel Exhaust Fluid and Shell ROTELLA Extended Life Coolant; and. Active grill shutters (active based on temperature to maximize.

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Fuel Fuel Economy Carbon Fiber San Diego 281

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The LT1 is backed by a choice of active exhaust systems that are less restrictive than the previous generation, due in part to an increase in diameter from 2.5 An available dual-mode active exhaust system offers a 27% improvement in airflow. When open, these valves increase engine performance and produce a more powerful exhaust note.

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Carbon Fiber Fuel 2014 GM 257

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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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Infinity Carbon Fiber Hybrid Electric 220

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The 900-ton deckhouse—made almost exclusively using cored composite construction processes—provides an advanced structure to house the ship’s bridge, radars, antennas and intake/exhaust systems and is designed to provide a significantly smaller radar cross-section than any other ship in the current fleet.

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Carbon San Antonio Carbon Fiber Mariner 218

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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. pounds (12 kilograms).

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When at the dealer, make sure to lift the hood and get a look at the beautiful Trofeo carbon fiber red and black engine cover, which by far is the most attractive we have seen. One of the most annoying thing about cars that pretend to be a sports sedan, but really aren’t, is their faux or overpowering exhaust note.

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Carbon Fiber Ferrari Aston Martin Cadillac 96

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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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Polymer F-150 Carbon Fiber Fuel Economy 150

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A lowered ride height, a rear stabilizer bar and Brembo carbon ceramic brakes complement the Cheyenne concept’s high-performance character with enhanced handling and braking capability. A Borla performance exhaust system adds an authoritative note to the 6.2L’s output. V-8 for a strong power-to-weight ratio and exciting performance.

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The best part about activating the sport modes is the kick-your-butt sharp shifts of the transmission and the accompanying soundtrack – the active exhaust note fires off a satisfying thwack when the gears switch. Doing so is a bit tricky since the switch is a bit hidden, but once you locate it, you can go topless to your heart’s content.

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Lexus Convert MPH Carbon Fiber 80

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For example, IDTechEx expects that lithium-metal and solid-state batteries, axial flux motors, and carbon fiber materials will play an important role in eVTOL markets. Upcoming IMO policy includes an ‘Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI)’ and the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII).

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When at the dealer, make sure to lift the hood and get a look at the beautiful Trofeo red and black engine with its carbon fiber bits, which by far is the most attractive you will see. The LED boomerang-shaped tail lights sit high above the twin, rectangular tailpipes where that wonderful exhaust notes escapes.

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Carbon Fiber SUV Ferrari Fleet 92

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This project will utilize a systems approach to design and demonstrate an ultra-lightweight carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites door assembly through the integration of unique designs, novel materials, and manufacturing technologies and joining/assembly of subsystems. Area of Interest 3). 750,000 (jointly funded).

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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. . $6,000,000. Zoltek Companies, Inc. Grantee Description. Amerigon Incorporated.

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Lithium Ion Vehicles Li-ion Carbon Fiber 268

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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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Silverado GMC Chevrolet Sierra 291

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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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Carbon Fiber Production Carbon Manufacturer 186

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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. Raptor is powered by Ford’s new, second-generation 3.5-liter

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Ford F-150 Shelby Carbon Fiber 150

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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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Gas Miles Range Carbon Fiber 236

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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. The combustion efficiency of the now lighter and more rigid 2-liter V4 turbocharged gasoline engine has been increased.

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If all of this wasn’t enough, Dodge is equipping the Charger Daytona SRT with something called a Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust system where an amplifier and speaker, located in the rear end, produces a 126 dB roar that mimics the Dodge SRT Hellcat. There is a similar boost feature on the Kia EV6 that we have tried and it is a blast!

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Dodge Concept Gasoline-Electric Gas-Electric 93

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A number of details throughout the hybrid powertrain contribute to its efficiency, including an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system with a cooler; a smaller, lighter, quieter hybrid system water pump, and an exhaust heat recirculation system that speeds engine warm-up. The engine features a very high compression ratio of 13.0:1,

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Prius PHEV Gasoline-Electric Toyota 244

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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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Porsche Hybrid Gasoline-Electric Lithium Ion 290

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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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Li-ion Plug-in Gasoline-Electric Vehicles 299

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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 The battery comprises 60 25Ah cells, with a carbon-fiber case. two-cylinder diesel, 20 kW electric motor and 5.5 Materials and weight.

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Plug-in Diesel Plug Hybrid 324

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Some of the features of the high-tech hot-rod are: The exhaust pipes contain 4 catalytic converters (2 on each side) with pre- and post-catalyst oxygen sensors, giving the hot rod full engine OBD diagnostics and compliance. Carbon Fiber HRE racing wheels. 2010 GM e-38 engine processor, calibrations via Fern at AFVTech.

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2010 Las Vegas Gas-Electric Carbon Fiber 273

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The air in the cabin is recycled automatically to reduce the nuisance caused by exhaust gases from other vehicles. The Furtive eGT features a carbon-fiber body; an aluminum rear cradle supports the motors, gearbox and power electronics.

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Electric Electrical 2013 Cars 342

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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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Vehicles Emissions Gasoline-Electric Fuel Economy 252

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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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Gas-Electric Extended Range Electric Vehicles Gas 371

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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. Federal funding. Description.

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Vehicles Lithium Ion Gasoline-Electric Gas-Electric 150

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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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Vehicles Gasoline-Electric Lithium Ion Fuel 246

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TGI EVO is fitted with a combination of one high-strength steel tank, which is smaller and located ahead of the rear axle—and two new large tanks located behind the rear axle, that are manufactured in a carbon fibre composite construction, significantly reducing their weight and optimizing weight distribution. The new SEAT Leon 1.5

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Gasoline-Electric Gasoline Gas-Electric Gas 304

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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. Reduced power consumption. Power consumption in the FT-Bh has been cut to half that of standard B-segment cars.

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Toyota Hybrid Plug-in MPG 317

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With a rising concern for gradual fossil fuel exhaustion, an efficient use of such oil resources is faced to an imperative emerging issue towards hydrogen economy based on sustainable energy generation. The hollow fiber had a well-crystallized structure and a high specific surface area of ?13?m

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Hydrogen Oil Gas Saudi Arabia 218

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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. (This new design added “wave” bumps on the side of the piston bowl, which allows the fuel to burn more cleanly.).

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Volvo Fuel MPG North America 150

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For conventional steel couplers, the possibilities of weight reduction for this type of coupler have long since been exhausted, Voith said. With an adapter coupler made of carbon fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP), Voith went along different lines. So far, this lightweight material has mainly been used in aviation technology.

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Energy Carbon Fiber Vehicles Standards 236

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The vertical, quad exhaust ports sit in the lower fascia that is designed with ground effect channels. BMW says the “twin-tailpipe exhaust system reduces back pressure for the V8 engine while generating the emotionally rich M-typical soundtrack accompanying the engine’s formidable power delivery.” Cameleon lounge lizard territory.

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