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APRIL 9, 2013

The front axle with longitudinal layout is made of power and control electronics, electric motor connected to a transmission integrated with a self-locking differential and the battery packs. The achieved advantage is significant looking at low speed dynamics and cornering, especially on low grip tracks.

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APRIL 22, 2013

downsized, turbocharged) gasoline engine, as operating an engine with higher compression ratios at low load can increase fuel economy compared to operating an engine with fixed compression ratio. The small end of the connecting rod in the FEV systemis equipped with an eccentric sleeve housing the wrist pin. Click to enlarge.

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OCTOBER 8, 2013

The Concept GC-PHEV is a “connected car” that also offers next-generation preventive safety technology and driver support technology through wireless connectivity. The latest fuel efficiency technologies adopted in the MITSUBISHI Concept AR include the use of a downsized direct-injection turbocharged engine. Earlier post.)

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FEBRUARY 5, 2014

The KWID CONCEPT is powered by the latest-generation downsized 1.2-liter The vertically-mounted TFT touchscreen display acts as the dashboard in the KWID CONCEPT and also provides access to connected services. Aviation Connected vehicles Electric (Battery) Vehicle Systems' KWID Concept. Click to enlarge.

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MARCH 8, 2012

The company plans to commercialize the motor system after finalizing other technologies for motor/inverter cooling, downsizing and efficiency. The newly developed cylinder-shaped inverter matches the diameter of the motor, enabling them to be connected coaxially within a chassis, resulting in a substantial downsizing of the motor system.

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JANUARY 14, 2014

GDI technology provides fuel efficiency benefits from charge air cooling, more facile turbocharging, and the downsizing that these permit. The MPI valves are supplied with fuel via a flush connection through the high pressure fuel pump (HPP) in order to guarantee internal cooling of the HPP during MPI operation. Click to enlarge.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

SYNC, Ford’s in-car connectivity system is being quickly rolled out to European vehicles such as B-MAX, Focus, C-MAX, C-MAX Grand, Fiesta and Transit Custom. New global compact Transit Connect, based on Ford’s Global B platform. In Europe, deliveries of the all-new Transit and Transit Connect are due to start by the end of 2013.

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JUNE 25, 2012

Our hybrid controller connects to the CAN; our controller is read-only. XLH engineers have already designed the next-generation release, in which the battery pack is downsized to 1.5 There is no removal of major components of the OEM powertrain, notes Justin Ashton, co-founder and vice president of business development. Both the 2.0

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DECEMBER 13, 2021

Murata has extensive experience and knowledge of RF technology and downsizing. The implementation of RAIN RFID embedded tags into tires and the launch of GDSO are key levers in the digitization of the tire industry, allowing the development of new services connecting tires from different companies.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2020

A multi-disc and individually controlled hydraulic channel torque converter improves responsiveness by expanding the direct connection band, while a downsized oil pump and double ball bearings minimize frictional losses. e-Handling Driving Dynamics. Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

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JULY 7, 2020

Furthermore, the electrical vacuum pump is not connected to the engine oil lubrication system. Especially for today’s downsized gasoline engines, the electric pumps are also useful since they always guarantee an adequate vacuum level, for example for boosting braking power.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2009

Researchers at ETH Zürich are developing a pneumatic hybrid engine—an internal combustion engine connected to a compressed air tank instead of a battery system. The compressed air supply also allows extreme downsizing. Downsizing the engine in this instance halves the number of cylinders from four to two. Rüegg / ETH Zurich.

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OCTOBER 1, 2014

liter engines were downsized to 1.6 In addition to conducting simulations, we have moved onto the next stage where we conduct full-fledged bench tests of the engine while connecting the turbocharger and energy recovery systems. Honda Formula 1 power unit. Click to enlarge.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2010

a vehicle that recharges while moving along the roadway—because of the resulting downsizing of the battery pack; significant battery improvements reducing the cost to the DOE target of $300/kWh (they used $700/kWh as the current level); or an improvement in battery life by a factor of 10.

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JULY 6, 2010

The DuoDrive system is fitted to the taxi by replacing the taxi gearbox with a generator connected to the rear of the engine, a clutch and an electric motor connected to the rear wheels. This is the design applied in the DuoDrive system. DuoDrive system layout. Click to enlarge. Diesel vehicle when cruising on the highway.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2014

Connected to multiple, Full HD cameras, the processors analyzes color gradients in supplied images and achieves a night-time detection rate of pedestrians that matches the day-time recognition rate of the company’s current devices. In addition, its high-speed computation capability can shorten the recognition time of pedestrians and vehicles.

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JULY 12, 2013

The company is also the thermodynamic efficiency of gasoline engines using a suite of technologies that include downsizing, turbocharging, direct injection, variable valve timing and cylinder deactivation. Connected Vehicles that leverage data, enhance vehicle safety and connect drivers with their digital worlds in a responsible way.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Cobra could enable a 5–10% reduction in CO 2 emissions when implemented in conjunction with engine downsizing and down speeding strategies, and potentially more when used in conjunction with alternative fuels, according to CPT.

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JUNE 25, 2010

Working with BMW, BorgWarner combined two advanced turbocharging technologies—regulated two-stage (R2S) and variable turbine geometry (VTG)— to accelerate BMW’s engine downsizing strategy without compromising power and torque. BorgWarner’s R2S turbocharging system consists of two series-connected turbochargers.

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APRIL 29, 2022

The project’s goal is to help increase autonomous vehicle performance by providing faster and more accurate vision response, reducing the power draw of various AV systems to increase battery life, and even helping to enable the downsizing of vehicle batteries.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2013

MKC will be the first Lincoln to have always-on built-in connectivity, allowing owners to utilize a smartphone app to control the vehicle. With the MyLincoln Mobile app, MKC owners can start, lock, unlock and locate the vehicle, as well as schedule a remote start event for a set time.

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JUNE 2, 2015

Despite its efficiency, the Golf TSI BlueMotion with the 85 kW / 114 hp downsized 999 cc EA211-series engine reaches 100 km/h in 9.7 The crankshaft group—crankshaft, pistons and connecting rods—is distinguished by low moving masses and low friction. Other new options are Volkswagen Media Control and App Connect.

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Gasoline MPG Exhaust Engine 273

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APRIL 14, 2011

MAHLE’s TJI system is characterized by auxiliary pre-chamber fueling; small orifices connecting the main and pre-chamber combustion cavities and a very small pre-chamber volume. Strong synergies also exist at high load when applying the jet ignition combustion system to a heavily downsized platform. —Attard et al.

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MARCH 4, 2009

Applied to a turbocharged, downsized engine, MultiAir can contribute to up to a 25% reduction in fuel consumption over conventional naturally aspirated engines with the same performance, according to Fiat. Here again, there will be both a naturally aspirated and a turbocharged version.

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APRIL 6, 2017

Improving battery power to such as level would further enable hybridization to near-HEV levels as well as engine downsizing, thereby enabling fuel economy improvements beyond the current 10-15% MHEV limit. The BISG is connected to a 48 V (nominal battery) and also typically to a 12V powernet via a DC/DC convertor.

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DECEMBER 4, 2013

Buying the smallest vehicle possible is often the most direct way to reduce fuel consumption, and the 2015 Ram ProMaster City compact van will allow commercial customers to significantly downsize. Leveraging Chrysler''s alliance with Fiat, the ProMaster City is based on the Fiat Doblo.'

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MARCH 3, 2011

This new body design eliminates the traditional B-pillar structure at the trailing edge of the front door, which connects the roof to the floor. The key innovation on the B-MAX is the adoption of an integrated B-pillar door concept.

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MAY 12, 2014

The CAM/PwC study highlighted such optimization measures as downsizing in combination with turbocharging and cylinder deactivation. Autonomous driving Connected vehicles Driver Assistance Systems Electric (Battery) Fuel Efficiency Plug-ins Vehicle Manufacturers Vehicle Systems' Conventional drives. Alternative drives.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2012

With the Generation 3 HEV system, Ford decided to downsize the engine from a 2.5L The powersplit system consists of two electric machines connected to the engine and wheels through a single planetary gear set. Atkinson to a 2.0L Atkinson to improve fuel economy.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2019

MAHLE Powertrain engineers paid a great deal of attention to the design of the busbars and electrical connections within the battery, as any high resistance in these components can be an additional heat source and limit the power capability of the system.

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OCTOBER 6, 2017

Operational flexibility is also improved with fast recharge capability using a plug-in connection, as well as options for en-route charging when a pantograph or charge plate infrastructure is available. liter engine is downsized by about 50% in terms of displacement and can achieve up to 10 mpg, significantly lowering the carbon footprint.

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MARCH 1, 2016

Also on the path of Intelligent Power is the further improvement of downsized turbo and X-TRONIC transmissions for both fuel efficiency and seamless response and acceleration. Ubiquitous connectivity is an expectation of car consumers as an extension of their work and personal devices. Nissan Intelligent Integration.

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JUNE 13, 2017

A new report from the Automotive Connected Mobility (ACM) service at Strategy Analytics has found that ridesharing usage may not negatively impact the future vehicle purchase intention of current vehicle owners. Alternatively, they may choose to downsize their fleet from three vehicles to two.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2011

By downsizing from the present 2.2L The two-motor system offers three driving modes: an “EV driving mode” for urban environments; a “hybrid driving mode” using electricity generated by the motor; and a “engine-connected driving mode” where the engine and tires are mechanically connected during high-speed cruising. Diesel engine.

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JULY 7, 2015

This research identified two main target customer groups for the Civic Tourer; families raising young children who are upgrading from smaller categories or from the used car market; and customers with children who have left home, who are downsizing from the traditional higher category. The new 1.6 liter i-DTEC.

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JULY 4, 2010

to eliminate turbo lag—in support of aggressive engine downsizing. The separate components are connected electrically. Hybrid Turbocharger Technology (HTT) uses a motor-driven compressor and a turbine-driven generator as separate systems. An intelligent control system manages power to the compressor.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2009

Its connection to gearbox, pipes and peripherals requires no additional device, as well as its integration into vehicles, which remains conventional. This constitutes a strong response to the durability problem of highly downsized high-loaded engines. MCE-5 moving parts. Click to enlarge.

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