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BorgWarner suggests Valve-Event Modulated Boost system can offer 6-17% fuel economy benefit over already downsized and turbocharged engines

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MAY 9, 2012

The VEMB system uses a concentric camshaft, blow-down manifold and scavenge manifold to separate the exhaust event into two phases: high-energy blow-down to the turbo without pumping losses, and high-hydrocarbon scavenge to the EGR system. Source: Borgwarner. Click to enlarge.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy Downsizing Economy Engine

DENSO Develops Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor With Improved Temperature Detection Accuracy

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APRIL 21, 2009

DENSO Corporation has improved the temperature detection accuracy of its newly developed diesel exhaust temperature sensor. To improve the sensor’s temperature accuracy, DENSO increased the probe length to almost twice that of the conventional product and extended the sensing tip into the exhaust pipe. Click to enlarge.

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Exhaust Gas Cleaner Emissions Downsizing

Eaton contributing several components to DOE SuperTruck II program

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MARCH 19, 2019

Since 2008, Eaton’s Vehicle Group has been laser-focused on reducing emissions and fuel consumption. Mihai Dorobantu, director, Technology Planning and Government Affairs, Eaton’s Vehicle Group. Examples of what Eaton’s Vehicle Group offers include diesel cylinder deactivation (CDA) and variable valve actuation (VVA) technologies.

Eaton

Eaton Fuel Economy Exhaust Economy

Scuderi working on turbocharged variant of split-cycle engine; smaller, more powerful, and more fuel efficient

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APRIL 16, 2011

The Scuderi Group announced at the SAE 2011 World Congress in Detroit that boosting one of its air-hybrid split-cycle engines ( earlier post ) with a turbocharger to 3.2 The intake, compression and exhaust strokes are all negative work, or the energy that the engine consumes to create mechanical work. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

Engine

Engine Power Powered Downsizing

Valeo acquires electric supercharger business from Controlled Power

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DECEMBER 6, 2011

VTES will be integrated into Valeo’s Powertrain Systems Business Group with immediate effect. Unlike exhaust-driven turbochargers, electric superchargers are driven by an electric motor. Highly efficient at low engine revolutions, electric superchargers make it possible to downsize engines. Earlier post.).

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Power Powered Downsizing Electric

Pierburg GmbH electric compressor for turbos

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FEBRUARY 24, 2016

Pierburg GmbH, part of the KSPG Group, has developed an electric compressor for spontaneously boosting the charge pressure of engines fitted with an exhaust-gas turbocharger. This component allows pressure to be increased regardless of the exhaust-gas energy availability.

Exhaust

Exhaust Gas-Electric Electric Electrical

SwRI simulations show turbocharged Scuderi Engine could reduce a standard 2011 Nissan Sentras fuel consumption by up to 35% on FTP cycle

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MAY 11, 2011

Scuderi Group commissioned SwRI to design and implement the computer Study, which could simulate an SSC engine in any vehicle of choice, driven through any drive cycle of choice. Scuderi Group will provide more in-depth details on the results of the Nissan Sentra Study at the Engine Expo 2011 in Stuttgart, Germany, 17-19 May.

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2011 Nissan Engine Standards

KAUST team develops method for reliable prediction of abnormal ignition phenomena

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MAY 29, 2020

Advanced low-temperature-combustion (LTC) strategies of downsized and boosted engines are capable of offering ultra-low emissions and higher efficiencies. In a recent study, published in the journal Combustion and Flame , they report that their predictions implicate the composition and temperature of the initial mix of fuel and air.

Downsizing

Downsizing Engine Fuel 2020

DENSO develops compact EGR cooler for gasoline engines; applied in Prius c

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JANUARY 30, 2012

The newly developed EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) cooler is 30% smaller than the smallest one currently available on the market, while offering equal performance. DENSO plans to offer this product worldwide as a solution to meet tighter fuel-efficiency and exhaust regulations. Schematic of an EGR system. Click to enlarge.

Prius

Prius Gasoline Engine Exhaust

Hyundai outlines future powertrain strategy

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OCTOBER 25, 2012

Hyundai Motor Group this week outlined its latest powertrain technologies and future plans at the 12 th Hyundai-Kia International Powertrain Conference, held near the Hyundai Motor Group R&D Center in Korea.

Hyundai

Hyundai Future Exhaust Gasoline

ALABC: 48V mild hybrids can meet emission targets with CO2 reductions of 15-20%

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JANUARY 27, 2016

The T-Hybrid (based on a Kia Optima) ( earlier post ) and the ADEPT (based on a Ford Focus) ( earlier post ) both utilize an advanced 48V lead-carbon battery system with bolt-on electrical components that allow for significant engine-downsizing without loss in performance. liter engine the performance of a 1.8

Emissions

Emissions Hybrid CO2 Downsizing

Hard parts supplier Rheinmetall Automotive expects electrification to account for more than half of sales in 2020

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JANUARY 17, 2017

Rheinmetall Automotive AG is the management company of the Automotive sector of Germany’s Rheinmetall Group. Another part of this year’s show presentation was devoted to exhaust-gas recirculation on gasoline engines. Sales amounted to around €2.6 billion (US$2.8 Rheinmetall Automotive is more known as a supplier of hard parts (e.g.,

Parts

Parts 2020 Sale Gasoline-Electric

DOE to Award $187M to 9 Projects to Improve Vehicle Efficiency for Heavy-Duty Trucks and Passenger Vehicles

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JANUARY 11, 2010

Develop and demonstrate technologies including engine downsizing, electrification of auxiliary systems such as oil and water pumps, waste heat recovery, improved aerodynamics and hybridization. Chrysler Group LLC. 38,831,115. Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. 39,559,868. Navistar, Inc. 37,328,933. Grantee Project Award. 14,458,572.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy Downsizing Vehicles Waste

New Federal-Mogul Powertrain high thermal conductivity seats and guides keep engine valves cooler; improved combustion, lower emissions

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AUGUST 14, 2017

The extreme valve temperatures experienced on today’s highly boosted downsized engines can lead to reduced valve fatigue life and critical valve guide and stem seal temperatures, resulting in the need for expensive valve steel alloys. The valve guide is the main heat path from the valve stem to the cylinder head.

Engine

Engine Emissions Exhaust Sodium

HyBoost Project Aiming for 30-40% CO2 Reduction Without Performance Compromise

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NOVEMBER 30, 2009

This is to be achieved through the synergistic application of an extremely downsized gasoline engine coupled with electrified boosting and exhaust gas energy recovery; micro-hybrid functionality with stop/start, torque assist and regenerative braking; and a novel energy storage technology. Earlier post.)

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Lead Acid CO2 Exhaust Gasoline-Electric

Bosch sees future requiring multiple powertrain technologies; the larger the vehicle, the more the electrification

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JUNE 18, 2013

In general, said Dr. Bernd Bohr, Chairman of the Bosch Automotive Group, the pace of development continues to pick up, in the form of powertrain electrification and the automation of driving. This will be done with a broad range of efficiency-enhancing technologies, including the turbocharging of downsized engines.

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Future Gasoline-Electric Vehicles Gasoline

Fiat Introduces Multiair Electro-Hydraulic Valve-Timing System

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MARCH 4, 2009

Fiat Group and Fiat Powertrain Technology introduced their new air management technology Multiair at the Geneva Motor Show. 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.

Downsizing

Downsizing Gasoline Fuel Economy Engine

Ford study suggests GDI engines can meet coming California and US PM emissions standards over 150k miles; more work to be done

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OCTOBER 16, 2013

Homogeneous GDI provides fuel efficiency benefits from charge air cooling, more facile turbocharging, and the downsizing that these permit. Schematic diagram of test vehicle engine & exhaust system and PM sampling systems. PM mass emissions rates for the FTP and US06 drive cycles as function of vehicle mileage. Click to enlarge.

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Standards Emissions Miles Engine

Peugeot 208 features new generation of 3-cylinder gasoline and Stop & Start System (e-HDi) diesel engines

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JANUARY 16, 2012

A new stage in the PSA Peugeot Citroën Group’s downsizing strategy, this new generation of engine block delivers a reduction of fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions, while offering a good level of performance for the entry-level versions. Designed by the PSA Group and produced at its Trémery factory in France, the 1.0

Gasoline

Gasoline Diesel Engine France

Volvo Trucks SuperTruck demonstrator improves freight efficiency by 88%, fuel efficiency by 70%

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

The DOE recently selected the Volvo Group to participate in DOE’s SuperTruck II program, which will target a 100% improvement on a ton-mile-per-gallon basis, and a powertrain capable of 55% brake thermal efficiency. Earlier post.).

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Volvo Fuel North America Waste

KSPG shows new compact two-cylinder range extender for EVs, variable valve system

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JANUARY 11, 2012

Dyno tests with a complete engine have already been conducted with an early group of customers and have demonstrated attractive potential for reducing fuel consumption and emissions with high operating reliability, according to KSPG. The control shaft is driven by a wear-free, brushless electric motor. In a test involving a turbocharged 2.0-liter,

Range

Range Gasoline-Electric Exhaust Engine

Calls for an international 48V electrical standard for vehicles; looming WLTP implementation

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DECEMBER 1, 2014

This means that in addition the power demand is more difficult to achieve with engine downsizing and transmission down-speeding alone. —Paul Bloore, product validation manager for CPT’s hybrid product group. The WLTP is significantly more dynamic with faster acceleration rates. Click to enlarge. The conference.

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Standards International Vehicles Hybrid

Ford Unveils Next-Generation Global Focus at NAIAS; Features New 2.0L DI Engine with Powershift Dual-Clutch Transmission for NA Market

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JANUARY 11, 2010

“People downsize cars, not expectations. Customers are increasingly making decisions to downsize driven by lifestyle and fuel economy. We’ve learned that when customers downsize, they still want the amenities they’ve become used to in larger vehicles.”

Ford

Ford Engine Global Market

Jaguar adds two new smaller forced induction gasoline engines to 2013 XF and XJ lineup; 8-speed automatic and start-stop

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JUNE 29, 2012

For the 2013 XF and XJ lineup, Jaguar is adding two new downsized forced induction gasoline powerplants: 3.0-liter —Ron Lee, Group Chief Engineer, Powertrains, Jaguar Cars. liter V6 Supercharged and 2.0-liter liter i4 Turbocharged units. These join the existing line-up of 2.2-liter liter i4 Turbodiesel, 3.0-liter liter i4 and 3.0-liter

Gasoline

Gasoline Engine 2013 MPH

Eaton Highlights Range of New Products to Reduce Fuel Consumption and Emissions

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2010

—Julie Tolley, general manager, Fuel Emissions and Powertrain Controls, Eaton’s Vehicle Group. Eaton said that a series of process improvements and new engine valve product designs will help engine manufacturers address issues related to engine downsizing to achieve better fuel economy and reduced emissions.

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Eaton Emissions Fuel Range

HyBoost project could cut emissions by 40 per cent

Green Cars News

DECEMBER 1, 2009

To achieve this, the partners will look into the synergistic application of an extremely downsized petrol engine as well as exhaust gas recovery, electrified boosting, micro-hybrid functionality with stop/start, regenerative braking, a novel energy storage technology and torque assist. .

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Emissions CO2 Lead Acid Petrol

Volkswagen Group introducing Modular Transverse Matrix this year; new engine families, lighter weight construction, powertrain flexibility

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FEBRUARY 1, 2012

This year, Volkswagen Group will introduce the Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB, modularen Querbaukasten) for the Volkswagen, Audi, ŠKODA and SEAT brands. (At In the familiar gasoline engines of the previous EA111 series, the (‘hot’) exhaust side was at the front, and the engines were mounted with a forward tilt. Click to enlarge.

Engine

Engine Exhaust Diesel Gasoline-Electric

Volkswagen introduces new 1L, 3-cylinder gasoline Golf; 54.7 mpg

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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 Crankshaft group has low mass and low friction. The crankshaft group—crankshaft, pistons and connecting rods—is distinguished by low moving masses and low friction. Small turbocharger.

Gasoline

Gasoline MPG Exhaust Engine

Silicon Mobility introduces OLEA T222 for hybrid and electric powertrain control

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

Furthermore, OLEA T222 technologies and feature set address other applications; it can also serve as a controller for battery management systems (BMS), exhaust or selective catalytic reduction systems (SCR), or even conventional internal combustion engines.

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Hybrid Electric Electrical DC

SwRI simulations indicate Scuderi split-cycle engine consumes 25% less fuel than comparable conventional engine in Cavalier; 36% reduction with hybrid configuration

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JANUARY 17, 2011

As a result, said Sal Scuderi, president of the Scuderi Group, there are further significant reductions in fuel consumption possible. With turbocharging, we can have some huge gains, we can downsize the engine and produce very big power. Our advantage is dramatic downsizing, especially when you go to turbocharging.

Engine

Engine Fuel Hybrid Downsizing

DOE Co-Optima initiative publishes report reviewing first 12 months; progress on fuels and engines

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JANUARY 16, 2017

Specific Thrust I accomplishments in the first year include: Co-Optima researchers performed the first systematic assessment of the suitability of oxygenate functional groups in fuel blends for SI engine, and identified more than 40 bio-derived materials as potential blendstocks.

Engine

Engine Fuel Downsizing Gasoline

Exploring gasoline-range naphtha as a low-soot, low-NOx alternative compression ignition fuel

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OCTOBER 8, 2013

A number of papers from Kalghatgi and his colleagues—and now other groups, including Tsinghua University in China and the Eindhoven University of Technology—have been published recently, exploring different aspects of this approach. Based on these engine studies, they installed a downsized four-cylinder 1.6-liter

Gasoline

Gasoline Fuel Range Diesel

Ford Making Aggressive Push With EcoBoost and Technologies Such as Ti-VCT for Improved Fuel Economy; Roadmap for Future Generations of EcoBoost Highlights Role as Company Strategy as Well as Product

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DECEMBER 20, 2009

The more efficient combustion engine technologies, with their enabling of downsizing, come in compatibly with hybridization, with hybridization and electrification playing a larger role over time. The further downsized next-generation technologies can be very synergistic within hybrid applications. Planning background.

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Fuel Economy Economy Ford Downsizing

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BorgWarner suggests Valve-Event Modulated Boost system can offer 6-17% fuel economy benefit over already downsized and turbocharged engines

DENSO Develops Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor With Improved Temperature Detection Accuracy

Eaton contributing several components to DOE SuperTruck II program

Scuderi working on turbocharged variant of split-cycle engine; smaller, more powerful, and more fuel efficient

Valeo acquires electric supercharger business from Controlled Power

Pierburg GmbH electric compressor for turbos

SwRI simulations show turbocharged Scuderi Engine could reduce a standard 2011 Nissan Sentras fuel consumption by up to 35% on FTP cycle

KAUST team develops method for reliable prediction of abnormal ignition phenomena

DENSO develops compact EGR cooler for gasoline engines; applied in Prius c

Hyundai outlines future powertrain strategy

ALABC: 48V mild hybrids can meet emission targets with CO2 reductions of 15-20%

Hard parts supplier Rheinmetall Automotive expects electrification to account for more than half of sales in 2020

DOE to Award $187M to 9 Projects to Improve Vehicle Efficiency for Heavy-Duty Trucks and Passenger Vehicles

New Federal-Mogul Powertrain high thermal conductivity seats and guides keep engine valves cooler; improved combustion, lower emissions

HyBoost Project Aiming for 30-40% CO2 Reduction Without Performance Compromise

Bosch sees future requiring multiple powertrain technologies; the larger the vehicle, the more the electrification

Fiat Introduces Multiair Electro-Hydraulic Valve-Timing System

Ford study suggests GDI engines can meet coming California and US PM emissions standards over 150k miles; more work to be done

Peugeot 208 features new generation of 3-cylinder gasoline and Stop & Start System (e-HDi) diesel engines

Volvo Trucks SuperTruck demonstrator improves freight efficiency by 88%, fuel efficiency by 70%

KSPG shows new compact two-cylinder range extender for EVs, variable valve system

Calls for an international 48V electrical standard for vehicles; looming WLTP implementation

Ford Unveils Next-Generation Global Focus at NAIAS; Features New 2.0L DI Engine with Powershift Dual-Clutch Transmission for NA Market

Jaguar adds two new smaller forced induction gasoline engines to 2013 XF and XJ lineup; 8-speed automatic and start-stop

Eaton Highlights Range of New Products to Reduce Fuel Consumption and Emissions

HyBoost project could cut emissions by 40 per cent

Volkswagen Group introducing Modular Transverse Matrix this year; new engine families, lighter weight construction, powertrain flexibility

Volkswagen introduces new 1L, 3-cylinder gasoline Golf; 54.7 mpg

Silicon Mobility introduces OLEA T222 for hybrid and electric powertrain control

SwRI simulations indicate Scuderi split-cycle engine consumes 25% less fuel than comparable conventional engine in Cavalier; 36% reduction with hybrid configuration

DOE Co-Optima initiative publishes report reviewing first 12 months; progress on fuels and engines

Exploring gasoline-range naphtha as a low-soot, low-NOx alternative compression ignition fuel

Ford Making Aggressive Push With EcoBoost and Technologies Such as Ti-VCT for Improved Fuel Economy; Roadmap for Future Generations of EcoBoost Highlights Role as Company Strategy as Well as Product

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