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FEBRUARY 22, 2011

Navistar International Corporation has reached a development agreement with EcoMotors International in support of the company’s opoc (Opposed-Piston, Opposed-Cylinder) engine architecture. Waste heat recovery by generating electricity. Cutaway diagram of the opoc engine. Click to enlarge. Electrically Controlled Clutch.

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MARCH 9, 2022

When paired with the diesel engine, it offers not only the value of even better fuel economy, but also improved environmental performance by using the electric motor to support the engine in the light load (idle to low speed) range where internal combustion engines are not very efficient.

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JUNE 25, 2013

Among the transportation-related elements of US President Barack Obama’s new climate action plan, which he is outlining today in a speech at Georgetown University, is the development of new fuel economy standards for heavy-duty vehicles post-2018. Leading international efforts for GHG emission reductions and adaptation.

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MAY 27, 2022

The lab has since adapted the process to convert plastic waste into graphene and to extract precious metals from electronic waste. Ford sent us 10 pounds of mixed plastic waste from a vehicle shredding facility. 2022 “Upcycling end-of-life vehicle waste plastic into flash graphene.” That’s with only 0.1% Wyss, K.M.,

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

IEA fuel economy readiness index status, 2010. New propulsion systems requiring new fuels, such as plug-in electric vehicle systems and fuel cell systems, are beyond the scope of this technology roadmap and are treated in separate roadmaps. Average fuel economy and new vehicles registrations, 2005 and 2008.

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OCTOBER 27, 2017

We’re pleased to be supporting Achates Power as they develop this pioneering technology, which has the potential to revolutionize the internal combustion engine market and make a substantial impact on transport emissions. It has proven industry-best fuel economy gains of up to 30 percent and significant emissions reductions.

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JANUARY 19, 2021

The 12V ALiS (Advanced Lithium-ion battery System) mild hybrid system available on new Qashqai is a more affordable hybrid technology that provides torque assist, extended idle stop, quick restart and coasting stop [CVT only], with improvements to both fuel economy and CO 2 output (-4g/km).

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JUNE 17, 2013

The fuel efficiency gains are achieved by regenerating the braking energy that is normally wasted to heat, and using this energy instead of (and in addition to, if needed) the internal combustion engine for acceleration. National Fleet Hybrids is a wholly owned subsidiary of National Van Builders, Inc.,

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

This operational life often exceeds that of the applications in which they are used, eliminating the need for battery replacement and reducing the environmental impact of waste batteries. —Greg Mack, Vice President of Toshiba International Corporation’s (TIC) Power Electronics Division.

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APRIL 1, 2014

The TorqStor is an advanced flywheel energy storage system, storing energy that would otherwise be wasted through parasitic losses or braking, and returning that energy to the drivetrain when needed, providing improved fuel economy. Ricardo’s TorqStor. Click to enlarge.

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MAY 31, 2011

The Advisory Board represents delivery, utility and commercial fleet leaders, and currently consists of representatives from: Calcars, Club Assist, Consumers Energy, Cox Communication, DIRECTV, Enterprise, Film Vehicle Services, Frito Lay, NCH, PG&E, Stantec, Service Master, and Waste Management.

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JULY 12, 2013

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. Fuel Efficiency Lifecycle analysis Manufacturing' Earlier post.).

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NOVEMBER 25, 2013

A pair of researchers from Ford Motor Company’s Systems Analytics and Environmental Sciences Department in Dearborn have developed a novel physics-based model of mass-induced fuel (MIF) consumption which can be used in vehicle life cycle assessments to provide better insight—i.e., They found MIF values in the range of 0.2?0.5

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FEBRUARY 23, 2020

Approximately 6 billion gallons of fuel are wasted in the US each year as vehicles wait at stop lights or sit in dense traffic with engines idling, according to US Department of Energy estimates. Gee, “Estimating Vehicle Fuel Economy from Overhead Camera Imagery and Application for Traffic Control.” Karnowski, R.

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MARCH 7, 2018

At the 2018 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in January, Achates Power and new development parter Aramco Services ( earlier post ) showcased a Ford F-150 fitted with a 3-cylinder, 2.7-liter We also deliver a significant fuel economy improvement. liter Opposed-Piston Gasoline Compression Ignition (OPGCI) engine.

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

Ricardo is advancing its work with two novel technologies to improve the efficiency of heavy-duty goods vehicles: a cryogenic split-cycle engine “ CryoPower ” ( earlier post ), and a low-carbon waste-heat powered microwave fuel reformer “ HeatWave II ”. Diesel Engines Fuels Heavy-duty Vehicle Systems Waste Heat Recovery'

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JUNE 7, 2013

The Corolla Eco-badged models will achieve an estimated highway fuel economy rating of more than 40 mpg (5.88 Valvematic offers more than a five-percent improvement in fuel economy and engine output (140 hp / 104 kW). The LE Eco grade is differentiated by a more efficient 140-horsepower, 1.8-liter

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FEBRUARY 5, 2018

The Ricardo CryoPower split-cycle engine concept redefines the processes of internal combustion to enable significantly improved internal thermal efficiency in comparison with today’s state-of-the-art engines. This enables recovery of otherwise wasted exhaust heat to the working gas after the end of compression.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

As one example cited, the company has increased its use of high-strength steel and other lightweight materials to reduce vehicle weight, and thus improve fuel economy, while still meeting standards for vehicle safety. Chrysler is also seeking to reduce electrical loads through application of higher efficiency fans and fuel pumps.

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JULY 17, 2020

Rationally Designed Lithium Ion Batteries Towards Displacing Internal Combustion Engines. Improving Network-wide Fuel Economy and Enabling Traffic Signal Optimization Using Infrastructure and Vehicle-based Sensing and Connectivity. Municipality of Anchorage Department of Solid Waste Services. Waste Not, Want Hot?

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FEBRUARY 16, 2015

To achieve reduced emissions and fuel economy gains, Lightning Hybrids applies a hydraulic system to the driveline of a vehicle to regenerate braking energy, which is stored and used for the next acceleration.

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AUGUST 10, 2011

This project will enable diesel-like efficiency and increased maximum power output in a gasoline engine by using a secondary fuel to suppress engine knock under high load. Increased availability of low cost carbon fiber can enable vehicle weight reduction and improvement in fuel economy. Vehma International of America, Inc.

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MAY 8, 2021

Inflated tires give your car better fuel economy, allowing you to drive further without many fill-ups—or using as many electrons. Your car wastes more gas (or electricity) when running on underinflated tires. Ensure the engine has clean oil for ultimate fuel economy and enhanced performance. Check the Fluids.

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MARCH 13, 2016

These are: Advanced internal combustion engine and powertrain systems. Alternative fuel combustion. Waste heat recovery. The principal DOE coordinator of CERC activities within DOE, and internationally with the Chinese, is DOE’s Office of International Affairs (IA). Engine thermal management. Engine friction reduction.

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MARCH 20, 2012

Potential fuel economy benefit over baseline is 3% for both intercity and local duty cycles. Potential fuel economy benefit over baseline is 30% on the freight duty cycle. A gas exchange system upgrade for DMUs.

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DECEMBER 23, 2014

Internally, the 8-speed transmission features four gear sets and five shift elements (multi-disc clutches and brakes) inside the transmission. Additionally, lower viscosity transmission fluid is used resulting in improved transmission efficiency and fuel economy improvements especially during cold environments or vehicle start-up.

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JANUARY 12, 2012

Use of new technologies to reduce friction losses should be able to lower automotive fuel consumption and emissions by 18% within the next 5 to 10 years and by up to 61% within 15 to 25 years, according to a joint study by VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and Argonne National Laboratory (ANL) in the US. million TJ/a. 2011.11.022.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2011

Syracuse University (with BorgWarner of Ithaca) is working on a diesel engine fuel injection system that would create a “supercritical” mixture of fuel and carbon dioxide for a more efficient, less polluting engine. The technology could increase fuel efficiency 5 to 10%. million for the projects comes from statutory funds ($3.1

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DECEMBER 20, 2013

Developing cost-effective technologies to improve new vehicle fuel efficiency and achieve or exceed corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards of 144 gCO 2 /mi (61.6 Broadly, VTO program activities are focused on achieving: Saving 1.4 million barrels per day); and. mpg) for cars and 203 gCO 2 /mi (43.7

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OCTOBER 12, 2009

Among the projects discussed were reducing cold starts; using waste heat for different heating applications in the car; and a new implementation of a thermoelectric generator (TEG) for waste heat recovery. Compared with an engine already warm, fuel consumption may therefore increase under such circumstances by up to 10%.

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DECEMBER 31, 2021

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. Their open-access paper is published in the journal Energy Reports.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2016

Fuel Economy Optimization with Dynamic Skip Fire in a Connected Vehicle The Ohio State University team with its partners will develop a transformational vehicle dynamics and powertrain (VD&PT) controls solution that leverages a novel ignition and air-management control technology to significantly improve vehicle energy efficiency.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

The target is vehicles capable of achieving energy efficiencies significantly greater than required under current and pending Federal Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards. other research areas as determined by the Secretary. other innovative technologies research and development, as determined by the Secretary.

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MAY 15, 2009

First introduced in 1998, the Civic GX is the cleanest internal combustion vehicle certified by the EPA—90% cleaner than the average gasoline-powered car on the road today. It has an average range of more than 220 miles, and has fuel economy of 24 mpg (city) and 36 mpg (highway).

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

seconds; its EPA estimated fuel economy rating is 42 mpg US (5.6 Together, these technologies minimize situations when fuel enrichment is necessary to protect the catalytic converter from overheating damage, thereby improving fuel economy and lowering emissions. km) at speeds of up to 28 mph (45 km/h).

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2009

Meanwhile, energy consumption, materials use, municipal waste generation, and land development rates have all outpaced population growth over the last several decades in the United States, contributing to the impact of these activities.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2015

Variable compression ratio or variable stroke internal combustion engine with real- time controllability. DOE is seeking a commercially viable control system design, including hardware and software, to enable the dynamic control of the compression ratio and/or piston stroke of operating internal combustion engines in passenger vehicles.

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