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Brunel to use Camcon Single Cylinder IVT in researching future powertrain concepts

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Brunel University London is the first to begin researching future powertrain concepts using Camcon Automotive ’s new Single Cylinder Intelligent Valve Technology (SCI). Compatible with most single-cylinder combustion development engines, SCI is designed to plug-and-play straight out of the box.

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INFINITI/Renault Sport Project Black S hints at performance hybrid powertrain, inspired by Formula 1 ERS

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At the Geneva Motor Show, INFINITI is unveiling the Project Black S concept, exploring the potential for a new INFINITI performance grade, featuring on-road technology inspired by Formula One. A new ‘Black S’ grade, showcased by the new concept, could represent the maximum level of performance and dynamic capability offered by INFINITI.

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CPT presenting two papers at SAE World Congress on SpeedStart and TIGERS for 48V mild hybrid systems

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ADEPT combines the two technologies, which have been demonstrated individually but not yet as an integrated system, applying the low voltage concept of ‘intelligent electrification’ for the first time to a diesel car. SR machines are ideally suited to this concept of low cost development, while reducing the cost of production components.

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Hydrogen Opposed Piston Engine Working Group formed

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OP engines utilize direct injection after ports closure to avoid the risk of fuel short circuiting out the exhaust. Vehicle Propulsion is one of the three strength areas, pursuing a range of topics focused on advanced IC Engine concepts and powertrain electrification. Shell plc, London, England. Fuel Injection.

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New ABB Azipod D for electric marine propulsion requires 25% less installed power, boosts flexibility

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Fuel consumption—and thus exhaust emissions—are reduced due to improved hydrodynamic efficiency and the power plant concept. The power plant concept provides fuel savings by optimizing the loading of the diesel engines. The unit power of Azipod propulsion systems is available up to 22 MW.

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HyBoost demonstrator debuts at LCV2011; 50% by swept volume downsizing with low-cost electrification

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The HyBoost project has been led by Ricardo in partnership with Controlled Power Technologies, the European Advanced Lead Acid Battery Consortium, Ford, Imperial College London, and Valeo, with co-funding from the UK government-backed Technology Strategy Board. The HyBoost concept is based on a 2009 Ford Focus in which a 2.0L

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Michelin doesn’t want you to buy as many EV tires

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Other tire makers have shown concepts with much higher levels of sustainable content , but what makes the Primacy A/S demo tire different is that it’s production-ready. million tons of tire-wear particles are emitted annually. As the U.K. As the U.K. Michelin has improved on that metric by 11% from 2010 to 2020, he says.

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