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Testing was also conducted at the DTNA Detroit engineering facility to demonstrate engine efficiency by achieving 50.2% engine brake thermal efficiency. The Freightliner SuperTruck uses a downsized and downsped 10.7-liter The 390 hp/1400 lb-ft torque (291 kW/1,898 N·m) engine features a revamped combustion system.

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In terms of powertrain technologies, Renault focused on the introduction of new technologies for internal combustion engines and conventional transmissions, as well as outlining its commitment to electric powertrains. Select Engines. dCi engines. Specific engine-mapping aimed at reducing fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions.

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From the top-of-cab solar panels powering its battery and interior lights, to its ultra-light aluminum frame and highly advanced 425 horsepower 11-liter proprietary engine, the SuperTruck concept vehicle allowed Volvo engineers to push the boundaries of heavy truck efficiency. for the D11 and 2.5% for the D13.

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liter V8 biturbo engine. liter V8 biturbo engine with a peak output of up to 420 kW (563 hp) and maximum torque of up to 900 N·m (663 lb-ft) from its higher performance variant for entry into the Mercedes-Benz/AMG lineup this summer. Click to enlarge. AMG has developed a 5.5-liter The new AMG 5.5-liter

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GM’s fuel-economy plan through the 2016 model year focuses on a reduction in vehicle mass and aggressive investment in advanced materials, such as high-strength steel, carbon fiber and aluminum, enabled in part by our industry-first aluminum welding technology. GM has reduced total waste 25 kilograms, or 55 pounds, per vehicle since 2010.

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The new venture, which will be called “Rotrak”, will add Torotrak’s variable speed traction drive to Rotrex’ supercharging technology to address the automotive industry’s need for affordable, effective engine downsizing technologies. A conventional turbocharger struggles at low speed, particularly in these smaller engines.

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A team from McMaster University in Canada has published a comprehensive review of recent progress in low-temperature combustion (LTC), alternative fuels (AF), over-expansion Atkinson cycle, and waste heat recovery (WHR) techniques as applied to hybrid-specific engines. Modern Atkinson engines are mostly realized by VVT technology.

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Backed by 27 companies in the sector, including supply chain companies, the commitment is expected to secure at least 30,000 jobs currently linked to producing engines and create many more in the supply chain. It follows the recent plans for construction, aerospace and other key sectors to secure sustainable future growth in the economy.

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for a project developing a waste heat recovery system using VanDyne’s SuperTurbocharger technology. Effectively, says VanDyne, the SuperTurbocharger can create a “hybrid engine”—the combination of a piston engine working together with a turbine engine. Downsizing from a 3.2L The VanDyne SuperTurbo.

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ExxonMobil, Corning and Toyota have collaborated to develop an Onboard Separation System (OBS) to optimize gasoline engine efficiency and performance. In a paper on the OBS presented at the SAE 2014 World Congress, the researchers suggested that potential applications include downsizing to increase fuel economy by ?10%

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New engines and transmission. Hyundai Motor is showcasing two new turbocharged gasoline direct injected (T-GDI) engines at the Paris Motor Show 2014. Both engines—1.0-liter liter T-GDI is the first of a new generation of small turbocharged gasoline engines, offering enhanced performance, driving pleasure and efficiency.

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Blending 25-50% of this low-temperature ethanol reformate with ethanol or E85 fuels enables dilute engine operation, resulting in substantial improvements in fuel economy and emissions. High-temperature reformers need to burn a portion of the fuel to maintain their reforming temperatures, thereby generating a fuel-economy penalty.

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Opel is launching three new engine families and 13 new engines between 2012 and 2016, renewing 80% of its engine portfolio. liter gasoline and diesel engines, together with next generation five- and six-speed gearboxes. liter gasoline and diesel engines, together with next generation five- and six-speed gearboxes.

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At the IAA in Frankfurt, Hyundai Motor is showcasing two new turbocharged gasoline direct injected (T-GDI) engines. Hyundai Motor’s new downsized 1.0 T-GDI powerplants are part of a new generation of small turbocharged gasoline engines within the Hyundai engine line-up. The fuel economy-focused three-cylinder 1.0-liter

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In addition to a range of visual upgrades, the new cee’d GT Line features the debut of Kia’s all-new downsized 1.0-liter liter T-GDi (turbo gasoline direct injection) “Kappa” engine and new seven-speed dual-clutch transmission in Europe. This is the first of Kia’s upcoming range of downsized engines to make its debut in Europe.

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The company’s engineers have a prototype system running in a B-segment donor vehicle on a dynamometer and are calibrating the control strategy to prove its driveability, performance, CO 2 and fuel economy benefits. ratio means that they are effectively over-sized and therefore wasteful at higher speeds. Earlier post.)

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Thermoelectric materials convert temperature differences into electric voltage; a TEG in a vehicle is designed to convert waste heat to power. million program vehicle efficiency research program sponsored by the US Army Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) and administered by the Department of Energy (DOE).

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The initial discussions between the FIA and the engine manufacturers were focused on delivering a more efficient internal combustion engine and more potent Hybrid systems. With a normally aspirated engine, the power potential is controlled by the flow of air into the engine via the capacity and the rpm it can be run at.

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The PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle), a subset of the electric car, combines a primary electric motor with a much smaller back-up engine fueled with a hydrocarbon/biofuel mix. (In Engineering Advantages of PHEV. Engineering Advantages of the PHEV. This engineering solution allows versatility. Table of Contents.

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