This document assesses the fuel economy potential of diesel engines in future passenger cars and light trucks. The primary technologies evaluated include: (1) engine control strategy and implementation, (2) the engine design variables, (3) emissions and noise, (4) fuels, (5) lubricants, (6) vehicle-engine matching, and (7) the effects of vehicle characteristics. The major findings are summarized.
Potential of Diesel Engine, 1979 Summary Source Document
1980
166 pages
Report
Keine Angabe
Englisch
NTIS | 1980
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