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Electric issues |
01/11/2011
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| Analysts now agree that the level of vehicle electrification will increase sharply in the years to come, confronting engineers with an entirely new set of challenges |
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Volvo spins up flywheel technology research |
19/06/2011
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| Working with partner SKF, Volvo Car Corp. engineers believe their new system for kinetic energy recovery can compete with traditional PHEV systems on efficiency and cost. |
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Chrysler's Ram PHEV trucks take to the streets |
23/05/2011
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| The May 2011 launch of a three-year demonstration program will put 140 Ram 1500 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) pickup trucks through a testing regimen that will have the full attention of Chrysler engineers. |
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BMW introduces turbo I4, develops electrics |
26/04/2011
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| New internal-combustion engine for the U.S. is close in performance to naturally aspirated six-cylinder. It features twin-scroll turbo, direct injection, Valvetronic variable lift and timing system, electric water pump, and spray-on cylinder “liners.” Active-E all-electric car test fleet goes into
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EVs on the rise, but ICEs not dead, says Behr’s Krueger (video) |
13/04/2011
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| Behr America focused its SAE 2011 World Congress display around three major areas: passenger comfort, battery thermal management, and combustion-engine technology. “Of course, we still believe in the combustion engine,” declared Dr. Uwe Krueger, Vice President of Engineering for Behr in North
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Wave disc engine research aims for 65% efficiency |
25/03/2011
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| Researchers at Michigan State University are developing an unsteady-flow-cycle engine that offers thermodynamic efficiency that beats the Otto, Diesel, and Brayton cycles. Such an engine refined for production could boost hybrid-vehicle fuel efficiency and range. |
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Dana helps cool Volt's battery |
17/03/2011
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| Aluminum cooling plates with precisely stamped channels move battery coolant to ensure even temperature distribution in each of the 288 individual lithium-ion battery cells of the Chevrolet Volt. |
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Shifting Times |
01/01/2011
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| Transmission systems are increasingly coming under the development spotlight as manufacturers strive to eke as much efficiency as possible from their products. Ian Adcock and Tony Lewin take a look at some of the latest offerings. |
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2011 Pentastar is Chrysler's new do-it-all V6 |
15/12/2010
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| Designed to support turbocharging, direct injection, MDS, and even Multi-Air, Chrysler's new V6 launches a new era of powertrain simplicity for the re-emergent automaker. |
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Start/stop shines spotlight on battery management |
01/11/2010
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| Shutting off the engine at stoplights, rail crossings, and other places where drivers stop for a while can provide solid improvements in fuel economy. Most European carmakers have adopted this technology, and components suppliers such as Hella and ZMD are predicting that U.S. automakers will follow
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Digital maps, connectivity to enhance EV ownership experience |
19/10/2010
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| In addition to innovative battery and power transfer technologies, EVs will integrate unique driver interfaces, road intelligence, traffic awareness, and wireless data communication to provide a complete support system. This networked vehicle will improve efficiency, increase cruising range, and
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