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ADEPT project to apply gasoline engine HyBoost system to diesel; 48V architecture; full hybrid fuel economy at much lower cost

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The Ricardo-led Advanced Diesel Electric Powertrain (ADEPT) project will apply 48V “intelligent electrification” concepts, mild hybridization and waste heat recovery in a Ford Focus diesel demonstrator. version of its vehicle (a 2009 Ford Focus) but with fuel economy and CO 2 emissions approaching those of a Prius.

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Enerpulse explains mechanism by which pulsed energy ignition plugs enhance fuel economy

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Enerpulse Technologies said that it has further identified the underlying mechanism by which its its pulsed energy ignition technology improves fuel economy, reduces emission and delivers higher torque in spark ignited (SI) internal combustion (IC) engines. Earlier post.) —Wes Helgeson, senior research engineer.

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2014 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel earns 28 mpg highway; best in segment

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The Ram 1500 now owns the half-ton pickup segment’s top two spots in the EPA’s 2014 highway fuel-economy rankings. In addition to superior fuel economy, it delivers peak torque of 420 lb-ft (569 N·m), not matched by full-size trucks equipped with V-6 engines. The all-new 3.0-liter

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CPT showcases full range of 48V systems at Aachen

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Controlled Power Technologies (CPT) is showcasing its range of 48V systems at the Aachen Colloquium this week: its Cobra electric compressor, SpeedStart belt-integrated starter-generator, SpeedTorq drivetrain motor-generator, and TIGERS exhaust energy recovery system. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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2019 Ram drops weight, gains 48V eTorque mild hybrid system

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Cooling air is drawn from inside the truck and vented via the built-in cabin exhausters. Both eTorque motor generator units employ a pair of belt tensioners to keep the 8-rib drive belt tight when the unit is generating electricity or adding torque to the crankshaft. The exhaust manifolds are cast integral with the cylinder heads.

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Advanced ADEPT 48V affordable mild hybrid on path to meet future ultra-low vehicle emissions

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The final results will be presented at the UK’s LCV2016 event on 14-15 September. Ricardo believes the above package is very competitive with other fuel economy solutions such as full hybridization. Rated at 2.4kW, TIGERS is capable of providing further power recuperated from the exhaust downstream of the turbocharger.

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Jeep introduces 2018 Wrangler with mild hybrid, diesel options; plug-in hybrid version in 2020

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At the reveal, Mike Manley, Head of Jeep Brand, FCA Global, said that a full plug-in hybrid electric Jeep Wrangler will be available in 2020. The eTorque system improves fuel economy, launch performance, and driver comfort during start/stop operations. Earlier post. ). The bore diameter is 84 mm and the stroke is 90 mm.

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