Electrical, Engine, International and Power

Cummins begins testing of hydrogen-fueled internal combustion engine

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JULY 14, 2021

Cummins has begun testing a hydrogen-fueled internal combustion engine. Cummins is thrilled about the potential of the hydrogen engine to reduce emissions and provide power and performance for customers. —Srikanth Padmanabhan, President of the Engine Segment.

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Honda tests next-generation INDYCAR internal combustion engine; full hybrid unit in 2024

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MARCH 30, 2022

liter internal combustion component of the next-generation (4 th ) NTT INDYCAR SERIES hybrid power unit its on-track debut at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The current, third-generation IndyCar engines are DOHC 2.2-liter Engines are currently supplied by Chevrolet and Honda. Honda gave the 2.4-liter The all new 2.4-liter

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Honda International Engine Hybrid

Penn State, EC Power use internal thermal modulation to enable stable fast charging

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NOVEMBER 3, 2022

A team from Penn State University and start-up EC Power has developed a material-agnostic technology based on asymmetric temperature modulation with a thermally stable dual-salt electrolyte to achieve stable fast charging for Li-ion batteries. Credit: EC Power. In a paper in Nature , the team reports charging of a 265?Wh?kg

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Cummins unveils 15L hydrogen engine

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MAY 17, 2022

At the recent ACT Expo in Long Beach, California, Cummins debuted its 15-liter hydrogen engine. This engine is built on Cummins’ new fuel-agnostic platform, where below the head gasket each fuel type’s engine has largely similar components, and above the head gasket, each has different components for different fuel types.

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International automotive researchers emphasize the importance of continued development of the internal combustion engine

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OCTOBER 9, 2019

Thirty-seven globally prominent scientists representing the International Journal of Engine Research have published an open-access editorial addressing the future of the Internal Combustion Engine, and stressing the importance for continued development of more efficient and even lower-emitting technologies.

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JCB unveils hydrogen engine at Conexpo

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MARCH 20, 2023

inline-four hydrogen combustion engine (448 ABH2)—the company’s zero-carbon emissions solution for construction and agricultural equipment—at the Conexpo 2023 show in Las Vegas as part of the International Fluid Power Exposition (IFPE). JCB has also installed one of the hydrogen engines into a 7.5

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Taylor Machine Works and Cummins to integrate hydrogen engines into Taylor lift trucks and container handlers

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AUGUST 13, 2023

liter and 15-liter hydrogen engines into the Taylor product line. liter hydrogen engine For 96 years, Taylor has been committed to meeting the material handling needs of its global industrial customer base, while focusing on its own generational workforce and surrounding communities.

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Hydrogen Engine Carbon Grid

STMicroelectronics releases new high-power SiC power modules; increased EV performance and range

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DECEMBER 11, 2022

STMicroelectronics has released high-power modules for electric vehicles that boost performance and driving range. ST’s new silicon-carbide (SiC) power modules have been selected for Hyundai’s E-GMP electric-vehicle platform shared by KIA EV6 and several models. ACEPACK DRIVE SiC-based power module.

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Korean team develops 2L-class direct-injection hydrogen-fueled engine

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

The joint research team of KIMM and HMC injected hydrogen directly into the combustion chamber of the engine of an existing HMC hybrid vehicle, with a pressure of more than 30 bar.

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Hydrogen Engine Fuel Carbon

Rolls-Royce Power Systems road map for climate-neutrality; 35% cut by 2030 from 2019; key role of mtu engines

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JULY 22, 2021

Rolls-Royce Power Systems has outlined its road map for climate neutrality: Net Zero@Power Systems. A key element in achieving these goals is the certification of the most important mtu engine products, which will run on sustainable fuels from as early as 2023 and then be successively brought into use.

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Toyota showcases experimental hydrogen-powered GR Yaris

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DECEMBER 3, 2021

Toyota showcased its experimental hydrogen-powered combustion engine technology in the multiple award-winning GR Yaris. The hydrogen fuel, fuel tanks and refueling process of the experimental vehicle are the same as found in the Mirai, Toyota’s commercially available flagship fuel cell electric vehicle. 2022 GR Yaris Hydrogen.

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Westport Fuel Systems unveils H2 HPDI fuel system for internal combustion engines for heavy-duty truck applications

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MAY 4, 2022

Westport’s HPDI fuel system technology ( earlier post ) enables heavy-duty trucks to operate on bio-methane (renewable natural gas) and natural gas with the same power, torque, efficiency, and performance as diesel engines—with even better results running on hydrogen—all while meeting global emissions regulations.

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GlobalData: China advancing hydrogen engines to meet sustainability goals

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OCTOBER 26, 2022

As much as skeptics insist that the internal combustion engine (ICE) is dead and hydrogen is a non-starter, it appears that significant research and development is being conducted into the technology across geographies. These engines offer zero vehicular emissions, quick charging, and better ranges. China Yuchai.

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LiquidPiston receives SBIR grant to develop X-Engine as hybrid-electric platform for UAVs

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

a developer of advanced rotary internal combustion engines for diesel and jet fuels ( earlier post ), received a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I grant from the US Army for the development of its X-Engine as a hybrid-electric propulsion platform for UAVs. LiquidPiston, Inc., X Mini vs iPhone 6.

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Lamborghini provides first details of LB744 hybrid super sports car; V12 engine, 3 motors, 1015 CV

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MARCH 8, 2023

liter V12 mid-mounted engine is complemented by three electric motors, one of which is integrated into the new double-clutch eight-speed gearbox. This is mounted transversely and placed for the first time behind the combustion engine. Lamborghini has been synonymous with V12 engines since the company was founded.

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Cummins to introduce 15-liter natural gas engine for North America; basis for hydrogen engine under development

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OCTOBER 14, 2021

will bring to market a 15-liter natural gas engine for heavy-duty trucks. The 15-liter natural gas engine is an important part of Cummins strategy for its path to zero emissions. —Srikanth Padmanabhan, President, Engine Business, Cummins. Cummins Inc.

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Hyliion and Cummins optimizing Cummins ISX12N natural gas engine as generator for Hypertruck ERX powertrain

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JUNE 29, 2022

Hyliion and Cummins are partnering to optimize the Cummins natural gas engine as the generator for the Hyliion Hypertruck ERX powertrain ( earlier post ). The Hyliion Hypertruck ERX is an electric range extender semi-truck powertrain solution using onboard power generation to recharge the batteries.

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Buick’s Latest Crossover Reveals The Slow Future Of Internal Combustion Engines

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APRIL 24, 2023

A recent article at The Autopian shows us that the cheapest internal combustion engine cars are starting to fall behind in performance, and this doesn’t bode well for the future of gas- and diesel-powered vehicles. Buick’s Slooooowwwww Crossover Matt at The Autopian points out that the 2024 Buick Envista with its 1.2-liter

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Air Force contracts LiquidPiston to adapt its rotary X-Engine technology for hybrid-electric propulsion for UAS and orbs

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MARCH 5, 2021

a developer of advanced rotary internal combustion engines, has adapted its X-Engine technology for the United States Air Force to use in unmanned aerial systems (UAS) as well as “orbs”—urban air mobility (UAM) vehicles designed to carry people and cargo. LiquidPiston, Inc., Earlier post.).

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Reaction Engines and Rolls-Royce partner on high-speed aircraft systems; hybrid-electric systems

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AUGUST 25, 2020

Reaction Engines Ltd and Rolls-Royce plc announced a new strategic partnership agreement to develop high-speed aircraft propulsion systems and explore applications for Reaction Engines’ thermal management technology within civil and defence aerospace gas turbine engines and hybrid-electric systems.

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Engine Hybrid Gas-Electric Electric

Purdue and Duke Energy to explore potential for SMR nuclear power source for campus

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APRIL 28, 2022

With interest rising worldwide in new technologies that are reliable and carbon-free, Purdue and Duke Energy intend to study power produced through Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), a move that may be unprecedented for a college campus and a potential fit for Purdue’s energy needs. SMRs are revolutionary in part because of their modular nature.

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Westport Fuel Systems successfully completes initial startup and testing on hydrogen-fueled internal combustion engine; H2-HPDI

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MARCH 11, 2021

Westport Fuel Systems announced the successful startup and initial trials of a heavy-duty internal combustion engine running on hydrogen fuel, using its patented and proprietary High Pressure Direct Injection (HPDI) 2.0 —,” said Scott Baker, Westport Fuel Systems’ Vice President of Engineering. Earlier post.).

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Hydrogen International Fuel Engine

Advanced Propulsion Centre UK publishes automotive power electronics value chain

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FEBRUARY 25, 2023

The Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC) UK, with experts and stakeholders from industry, academia and funding and support bodies, has published an updated power electronics value chain which shows an end-to-end supply chain view of materials and components required for volume manufacturing of automotive inverters, converters, and onboard chargers.

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J.D. Power: US growing increasingly divided on EV adoption

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Power, EV adoption in the US is growing increasingly divided, with the most active states for EV adoption already on the path to parity with internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and consumers steadily pulling back on EV purchases in the least-active states. Power 100-point index , bringing the total Adoption score to 21.

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Universal Hydrogen successfully completes first flight of hydrogen fuel cell powered regional airliner

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MARCH 3, 2023

The airplane, nicknamed Lightning McClean, took off at 8:41am PST from Grant County International Airport (KMWH) and flew for 15 minutes, reaching an altitude of 3,500 MSL. In this first test flight, one of the airplane’s turbine engines was replaced with Universal Hydrogen’s fuel cell-electric, megawatt-class powertrain.

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Hydrogen Universal Fuel Power

Audi Electric-Powered Compressor gives 2020 Audi S6 and S7 models a boost; 48V MHEV architecture

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MARCH 26, 2020

Brought to the US market for the first time in the 2020 Audi S6 and S7, Audi’s Electric-Powered Compressor (EPC) comes paired to the 2.9-liter, liter, twin-turbocharged TFSI V6 engine. At lower engine speeds, the EPC activates at speeds up to 70,000 RPM. Ah lithium-ion battery. Ah lithium-ion battery. liter TFSI V8.

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Hyundai reveals 2024 Kona Electric and ICE siblings in New York

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APRIL 6, 2023

Hyundai revealed the all-new 2024 Kona Electric, Limited, and N Line models in its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show. The second-generation Kona customers can choose from electric and internal combustion powertrains, including a sporty N Line version. Kona Electric, equipped with the 64.8

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New York Hyundai Electric Electrical

Power Global, Rap Eco Motors to launch mass electric auto-rickshaw line powered by swappable battery technology

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NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Following an initial product launch in April 2022, the companies will partner to manufacture 50,000 electric auto-rickshaws over the next five years, advancing both companies’ roadmaps for “made in India” manufacturing. Rap Eco Motors delivers premier e-rickshaws nationwide and abroad to countries in Asia, Africa, Europe and South America.

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Nissan and Sunwoda jointly to study battery development for e-POWER vehicles

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JUNE 23, 2020

and Sunwoda Electric Vehicle Battery Co., will begin studying joint development of next-generation vehicle batteries for Nissan’s e-POWER vehicles. The e-POWER system includes a gasoline engine with a power generator, an inverter, a battery and an electric motor. Nissan Motor Co., Earlier post.).

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DEUTZ presents all-electric 360V drive system for off-highway sector; hydrogen engine

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MARCH 20, 2020

DEUTZ combines diesel, gas, hybrid, electric and hydrogen technologies to create optimal solution for every customer. The DEUTZ Advanced Configurator is a modular product design toolbox that enables DEUTZ to design tailored drive systems using diesel, gas, hybrid, electric and hydrogen technologies. liters and a 48 volt electric motor.

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Oshkosh Corporation unveils Volterra platform of electric fire and emergency vehicles

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JUNE 10, 2021

Oshkosh Corporation’s Fire & Emergency segment unveiled the Volterra platform of electric vehicles with the introduction of two new trucks under the Pierce Manufacturing and Oshkosh Airport Products brands. We look forward to serving the municipal and airport fire and emergency markets with the Volterra platform of electric vehicles.

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Samsung Heavy Industries and Bloom Energy sign joint development agreement for SOFC-powered ships

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JUNE 30, 2020

Solid-oxide fuel-cell manufacturer Bloom Energy and Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI), a part of Samsung Group, have signed a joint development agreement (JDA) to design and to develop fuel cell-powered ships. The two companies will work together to realize their vision of clean power for ships and a more sustainable marine shipping industry.

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Nissan reaches 50% thermal efficiency with next-generation e-POWER system; STARC

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FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Nissan announced a breakthrough in engine efficiency, reaching 50% thermal efficiency with its in-development, next-generation e-POWER system. Nissan’s e-POWER system utilizes an on-board gasoline engine to provide electrical energy to the e-powertrain battery pack. The STARC concept.

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Nissan Power Powered Gasoline-Electric

Motiv Power Systems debuts fifth-generation medium-duty electric chassis

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DECEMBER 2, 2020

Motiv Power Systems announced its newest generation of EPIC chassis for medium-duty electric fleets. The fifth-generation EPIC F-59 and E-450 chassis have reduced the total number of components in the electric powertrain by 30%, while also improving range, acceleration, and top speed.

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Power Powered Fleet Electric

LiquidPiston announces small tactical power generator development for US Army; 2-5 kW

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DECEMBER 16, 2020

(LPI), developer of advanced rotary diesel and multi-fuel internal combustion engines, announced the award of a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contract with the United States Army to develop the X-Engine platform to power Small Tactical Generators ranging from 2-5 kW. Earlier post.). 2 kW 28VDC.

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Volkswagen Taos SUV to use new version of the turbocharged EA211 engine that powers Jetta

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Volkswagen announced that the Taos compact SUV, which slots into the lineup below the Tiguan, will feature a new version of the EA211 turbocharged four-cylinder engine that currently powers the Jetta sedan. Making 158 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque, the new engine increases in size from 1.4 Taos teaser image.

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Cummins beginning development of medium-duty and heavy-duty hydrogen combustion engines; H2-ICE program

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Cummins announced that its hydrogen-fueled internal combustion engine (H2-ICE) program is beginning development of a medium-duty 6.7-liter liter and a heavy-duty 15-liter engine. Reducing well-to-wheels carbon emissions requires innovation of both energy sources and power solutions. The development of the 6.7-liter

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J.D. Power: EV price pressure grows as government incentives and lease deals wield outsized influence on consumer demand

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MARCH 30, 2023

Power EV Index ( earlier post ), a new, advanced analytics tool that tracks the progress to parity of EVs with internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles in the United States, this steady decline in price mixed with surging availability is setting the stage for a new era of EV price wars. Power EV Index. in January.

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Ford Performance 1050 kW electric SuperVan 4.2 to run Pikes Peak

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JUNE 22, 2023

Ford Performance is heading to the 101 st running of “The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb brought to you by Gran Turismo” with the all-new, improved electric Ford SuperVan 4.2. specifically designed to conquer the mountain and showcase the extreme limits of electric power. The SuperVan 4.2, The SuperVan 4.2,

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EIA: natural gas-fired reciprocating engines are being deployed more to balance renewables

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FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Source: US Energy Information Administration, Preliminary Monthly Electric Generator Inventory, January 2019. Reciprocating engines tend to be smaller than other types of natural gas-fired electricity generators and account for a relatively small share of power plants fueled by natural gas.

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Rheinmetall books order for more than 500,000 hybrid vehicle engine blocks from SAIC

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APRIL 13, 2023

The Materials and Trade division of the tech enterprise Rheinmetall has booked a new order to produce engine blocks for a hybrid vehicle. SAIC covers the complete spectrum of drive technology, including vehicles with internal combustion engines, hybrid models and vehicles that are powered entirely by electricity.

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Nissan Note e-POWER orders more than double the monthly target

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FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Orders for the all-new Nissan Note e-POWER have surpassed 20,000—more than double the compact car’s monthly sales target—since it was released in Japan in late December. Equipped with Nissan’s e-POWER electrified powertrain, the fully refreshed Note went on sale on 23 December with a monthly sales target of 8,000 vehicles.

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UD team devises CO2 direct air capture device powered by hydrogen for HEMFCs

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FEBRUARY 4, 2022

University of Delaware engineers have demonstrated an effective way to capture 99% of carbon dioxide from the ambient air feed to an hydroxide exchange membrane fuel cell (HEMFC) air using a novel electrochemical system powered by hydrogen. The approach involved internally short-circuiting the device.

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Ballard Power Systems and Quantron partner for the development of hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Ballard, a global leader in fuel cell technologies, and QUANTRON, a global leader in electric vehicle integration have formed a strategic partnership for the development of hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks. Fuel cell electric truck platforms currently in development include a 7.5t

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Hydrogen Fuel Power Powered

Cummins begins testing of hydrogen-fueled internal combustion engine

Honda tests next-generation INDYCAR internal combustion engine; full hybrid unit in 2024

Penn State, EC Power use internal thermal modulation to enable stable fast charging

Cummins unveils 15L hydrogen engine

International automotive researchers emphasize the importance of continued development of the internal combustion engine

JCB unveils hydrogen engine at Conexpo

Taylor Machine Works and Cummins to integrate hydrogen engines into Taylor lift trucks and container handlers

STMicroelectronics releases new high-power SiC power modules; increased EV performance and range

Korean team develops 2L-class direct-injection hydrogen-fueled engine

Rolls-Royce Power Systems road map for climate-neutrality; 35% cut by 2030 from 2019; key role of mtu engines

Toyota showcases experimental hydrogen-powered GR Yaris

Westport Fuel Systems unveils H2 HPDI fuel system for internal combustion engines for heavy-duty truck applications

GlobalData: China advancing hydrogen engines to meet sustainability goals

LiquidPiston receives SBIR grant to develop X-Engine as hybrid-electric platform for UAVs

Lamborghini provides first details of LB744 hybrid super sports car; V12 engine, 3 motors, 1015 CV

Cummins to introduce 15-liter natural gas engine for North America; basis for hydrogen engine under development

Hyliion and Cummins optimizing Cummins ISX12N natural gas engine as generator for Hypertruck ERX powertrain

Buick’s Latest Crossover Reveals The Slow Future Of Internal Combustion Engines

Air Force contracts LiquidPiston to adapt its rotary X-Engine technology for hybrid-electric propulsion for UAS and orbs

Reaction Engines and Rolls-Royce partner on high-speed aircraft systems; hybrid-electric systems

Purdue and Duke Energy to explore potential for SMR nuclear power source for campus

Westport Fuel Systems successfully completes initial startup and testing on hydrogen-fueled internal combustion engine; H2-HPDI

Advanced Propulsion Centre UK publishes automotive power electronics value chain

J.D. Power: US growing increasingly divided on EV adoption

Universal Hydrogen successfully completes first flight of hydrogen fuel cell powered regional airliner

Audi Electric-Powered Compressor gives 2020 Audi S6 and S7 models a boost; 48V MHEV architecture

Hyundai reveals 2024 Kona Electric and ICE siblings in New York

Power Global, Rap Eco Motors to launch mass electric auto-rickshaw line powered by swappable battery technology

Nissan and Sunwoda jointly to study battery development for e-POWER vehicles

DEUTZ presents all-electric 360V drive system for off-highway sector; hydrogen engine

Oshkosh Corporation unveils Volterra platform of electric fire and emergency vehicles

Samsung Heavy Industries and Bloom Energy sign joint development agreement for SOFC-powered ships

Nissan reaches 50% thermal efficiency with next-generation e-POWER system; STARC

Motiv Power Systems debuts fifth-generation medium-duty electric chassis

LiquidPiston announces small tactical power generator development for US Army; 2-5 kW

Volkswagen Taos SUV to use new version of the turbocharged EA211 engine that powers Jetta

Cummins beginning development of medium-duty and heavy-duty hydrogen combustion engines; H2-ICE program

J.D. Power: EV price pressure grows as government incentives and lease deals wield outsized influence on consumer demand

Ford Performance 1050 kW electric SuperVan 4.2 to run Pikes Peak

EIA: natural gas-fired reciprocating engines are being deployed more to balance renewables

Rheinmetall books order for more than 500,000 hybrid vehicle engine blocks from SAIC

Nissan Note e-POWER orders more than double the monthly target

UD team devises CO2 direct air capture device powered by hydrogen for HEMFCs

Ballard Power Systems and Quantron partner for the development of hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks

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