The Free Valve concept, also known as continuous variable valve timing, offers the ability to have independent control of the intake and exhaust valves in an Internal Combustion Engine. For any engine load criteria, the timing of intake and exhaust can be independently programmed. The engine can then “decide” based on driving conditions which one […]
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DEVICE project has demonstrated, through a comprehensive approach to simulation, the ability to reduce more than 20% of CO2 emissions and fuel consumption of a diesel vehicle intended for urban journeys (VW Polo). This while respecting Euro 6 emissions standards, which will be effective in 2014, and being attentive to the driving pleasure feature.[image_frame align=”right” alt=”DEVICE
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When it comes to sustainable mobility – including electric vehicles and gasoline/electric hybrid systems, Nissan is known for its innovative approach. The company’s “one-motor, two-clutch” gasoline/electric powertrain parallel hybrid system made its production debut in the United States in spring 2011 in the rear-wheel drive Infiniti M Hybrid – a vehicle delivering more than 350
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To reduce vehicle fuel consumption, all Automatic Transmissions (AT) now have lock-up clutches bypassing their torque converters, and the smooth engagement of these clutches is critical to eliminate shudder. The interaction between the Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) and the friction materials of these clutches is central to shudder prevention. As Bill Abraham, Driveline Technology Manager
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Melexis releases a product family designed for easy implementation of robust optical proximity and gesture detection systems into automotive environments. Automotive Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) need to be intuitive and safe to use, on the other hand, new car buyers expect functions and features like smartphone and media integration. Optical proximity and gesture detection enable a
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