Essays about: "fuel economy in vehicles"

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  1. 1. Look under the Hood: Green Cars - Red Batteries : A human rights approach on the expanded demand of Electric Cars in the run for carbon neutrality and renewable transportation

    University essay from Enskilda Högskolan Stockholm/Avdelningen för mänskliga rättigheter och demokrati

    Author : Johanna Palmgren; [2023]
    Keywords : Just Transition; Power Structures; Sustainable Development; Global South Global North; EV industry;

    Abstract : The climate crisis is an urgent threat towards people and planet, and rapid changes are needed to decarbonize the planet. The energy sector is in a current transition to renewable-based energy, which also includes a shift to electric cars. Electric cars are motivated to be the future, which will be beneficial for the economy and the environment. READ MORE

  3. 2. Towards a Sustainable Energy Future: A Case Study of Luxembourg’s Transition to Renewable Energy and Carbon Neutrality

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionen

    Author : Felix Oberhausen Krippler; [2023]
    Keywords : Renewable energy; emissions; electric vehicles; carbon neutrality; mitigation; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Climate change poses a significant threat to humanity, with devastating consequences already occurring. Transitioning to a low-carbon economy is crucial for mitigating the effects of climate change. High per capita energy consumption and emissions make this transition an urgency for Luxembourg. READ MORE

  4. 3. Electrification Of A Tiltrotator : Electrifying The Hydraulic Tilt Function

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Viggo Jonason; [2023]
    Keywords : Electrification; Hydraulic systems; Efficiency; Electromechanical Actuators; Tiltrotator.; Elektrifiering; Hydrauliska system; Verkningsgrad; Elektromekaniska aktuatorer; Tiltrotator.;

    Abstract : As new emission regulations in the EU set more stringent requirements on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, original equipment manufacturers (OEM) must find ways to align with the EUs sustainability goals. By transitioning to more electrically driven machinery, operators of off-highway vehicles can benefit from better fuel economy, lower greenhouse gas emissions and less air pollution. READ MORE

  5. 4. Electrically Assisted Turbocharger: Modelling And Control Strategy

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Fordonssystem

    Author : Erik Vandor; Gabriel Ehlin; [2022]
    Keywords : EAT; VGT; VNT; Hybrid powertrain; electric turbocharger;

    Abstract : A major cause of CO2 emissions today is fossil fuel vehicles, and lowering these emissions is of key importance, resulting in increasing electrification and hybridisation nowadays. Turbochargers have been used for a long time to recycle exhaust gas heat losses to improve engine performance by compressing the intake air. READ MORE

  6. 5. Adaptive Cruise Control and Platooning With Tire Slip Awareness

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Filip Henriksson; Gustaf Reimer; [2022]
    Keywords : Platooning; tire slip; car following; C-ACC; autonomous driving;

    Abstract : Platooning is a method where a chain of vehiclesdrive with small inter-vehicular distances. The many benefitsof autonomous platooning includes improved fuel economy,less congestion and safer transportation. To create a safe andfunctional platoon the operational software needs to be able tohandle various road surfaces without the risk of a crash. READ MORE