• The performance of these catalysts towards the simultaneous oxidation of soot and CO was evaluated. (sae.org)
  • It basically consists of two catalysts in series: a nickel-copper alloy reduction catalyst to control nitrogen oxide emissions, and a platinum-palladium oxidation catalyst to control carbon monoxide and hydrocarbon emissions. (epa.gov)
  • Shop now to find Catalytic Converters and Diesel Oxidation Catalysts (DOC) at XDP! (xtremediesel.com)
  • College best publication award To meet the diesel vehicles emissions legislations, environmental catalysts, such as the diesel oxidation catalysts (DOC), have been widely used and have effectively controlled gaseous carbonaceous emissions. (birmingham.ac.uk)
  • To meet these emission limits, vehicles are now widely fitted with different exhaust converters such as the diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC), which promotes carbonaceous species such as CO and unburned hydrocarbon oxidation. (birmingham.ac.uk)
  • Throughout the paper, exhaust emissions from these vehicles are compared to those from a Chrysler equipped with an oxidation catalyst and an air pump. (trb.org)
  • Often, this type of regeneration uses an oxidation catalyst, such as platinum, vanadium or similar compound, to reduce the temperature necessary to begin regeneration. (cdc.gov)
  • In order to characterize and explain the difference in exhaust emissions from fossil diesel, HVO and RME fuels, particulate matter (PM) emissions were sampled at two exhaust positions of an experimental single cylinder Scania D13 heavy-duty (HD) diesel engine: at the exhaust manifold, and after a diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC). (lu.se)
  • When the emissions were aged in an oxidation flow reactor to simulate secondary organic aerosol (SOA) formation in the atmosphere, it was found that OA concentration strongly increased for all fuels. (lu.se)
  • We also evaluated the effect of using an aftertreatment system consisting of a diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) and a diesel particle filter (DPF) on the exhaust emissions. (lu.se)
  • Using diesel oxidation catalysts to control biodiesel emissions was re-examined. (cdc.gov)
  • And, NOx emission was reduced when the tailpipe layout was setup in order of the urea solution injector, an EHC and the Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) catalyst. (sae.org)
  • Monolithic catalyst supports are extruded structures that are the core of many catalytic converters, most diesel particulate filters, and some catalytic reactors. (wikipedia.org)
  • Most catalytic converters are used for vehicle emissions control. (wikipedia.org)
  • Diesel particulate filters (DPF) Catalytic incineration Catalyst support for chemical processes Vehicle emissions control Williams, J. (wikipedia.org)
  • To comply with the Euro V standard, the existing after-treatment systems for diesel engines often come with selective catalytic reduction (SCR), whereby urea is injected as a reducing agent to convert NO x emissions into nitrogen. (aaqr.org)
  • Because today we have catalytic converters installed in our vehicles to reduce emissions. (cosmosmagazine.com)
  • In December 2017, Albemarle Corporation launched Granite, a new technology for the Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC) catalyst market. (marketsandmarkets.com)
  • By 2011 all diesel engines employed a Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system that utilizes Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) to convert NOx into water and nitrogen to produce clean emissions. (xtremediesel.com)
  • The automotive exhaust emission control device catalytic converter containing ceramic pellets coated with a thin layer of metals like palladium and platinum. (marketresearchfuture.com)
  • In this study, bespoke experimental facilities for catalytic studies that utilise real vehicle exhaust gases was designed and used. (birmingham.ac.uk)
  • Finally, the synergies identified between engine combustion mode , fuels specifications and catalytic activity are valuable in promoting pollutant removal over a wider temperature range, necessary for reaching the near future legislative diesel exhaust emission limits. (birmingham.ac.uk)
  • Whilst mainly used in catalytic converters, it is also an important catalyst for chemical markets. (matthey.com)
  • Cerium is widely used as a catalyst in catalytic converters of motor vehicles while neodymium & praseodymium are used in the production of batteries for electric vehicles. (grandviewresearch.com)
  • This is expected to boost the demand for catalytic converters as they are used to reduce harmful vehicle exhaust emissions, thereby propelling the utilization of rare earth elements over the coming years. (grandviewresearch.com)
  • Fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) uses the catalysts to prevent metal deactivation and to stabilize the zeolite structure during the conversion of crude oil. (grandviewresearch.com)
  • Cerium is used as a catalyst in the automotive industry in catalytic converters in exhaust systems to decrease emissions. (grandviewresearch.com)
  • The emissions occur although today's exhaust gas is treated by a catalytic converter. (chemistryviews.org)
  • Also, your car will most likely fail an emissions test if it doesn't have a catalytic converter. (roadsumo.com)
  • The catalytic converter refers to an emission control device located in the exhaust system. (roadsumo.com)
  • The main purpose of the catalytic converter is to reduce harmful emissions in the exhaust of vehicles. (roadsumo.com)
  • Selective Catalytic Reduction involves injecting ammoniac (called NH3) from AdBlue® into the exhaust catalyst. (renault.ie)
  • The dual catalyst system was designed by Gould, Inc. to reduce emissions of engine exhaust hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide, and nitrogen oxides. (epa.gov)
  • Advanced analyzing techniques were used to characterize the composition of the organic PM. Special attention was paid to an operating point at 18% intake oxygen level with constant engine operating conditions where the emission level of nitrogen oxides (NOx) was low, and carbon monoxide (CO) and total hydrocarbon (THC) were relatively low. (lu.se)
  • Emission control strategies, such as aftertreatment systems, have been implemented to reduce the health hazardous particulate matter (PM) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions. (lu.se)
  • In addition to the regulated gaseous emissions, sulfur dioxide, sulfuric acid, hydrogen cyanide, nickel carbonyl, carbonyl sulfide, aldehydes and detailed hydrocarbon emissions were sampled and analyzed. (epa.gov)
  • Results indicate that (1) sulfate emissions from the dual catalyst car were comparable to those from production catalyst vehicles equipped with air pumps, (2) hydrocarbon emissions were of low reactivity relative to other vehicles, and (3) nickel emissions were quite high. (epa.gov)
  • While using simulated coal gas fuel, increasing the engine compression ratio improved the fuel economy and vehicle performance but increased hydrocarbon emissions by 40 pct. (cdc.gov)
  • The significantly reduced hydrocarbon emissions from RME also reduced the secondary aerosol formation, and thus potentially reducing the total atmospheric particle mass burden. (lu.se)
  • An oxidizing catalyst used with the simulated coal gas fuel eliminated all but trace amounts of carbon monoxide and reactive hydrocarbons in the exhaust. (cdc.gov)
  • This creates high peak emissions of CO and hydrocarbons as the catalyst effectiveness in removing pollutants is limited. (birmingham.ac.uk)
  • Emission Reduction of NO x , CO, HC, PM 2.5 , and PAHs by Using a Catalyst in a Diesel Engine. (aaqr.org)
  • The novel Fe-N/C catalyst prepared by 'silica-protective-layer' approach showed very high oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) activity which is comparable to Pt catalyst. (phys.org)
  • It uses no catalysts for NO x reduction. (greencarcongress.com)
  • From helping you understand how these policies impact you, to emission benchmarking and monitoring carbon reduction technology, CRU Sustainability gives you valuable insights into emissions trends, with access to in-depth analysis of current industry and regional GHG emissions, and pathways to decarbonisation. (crugroup.com)
  • Continuous improvement in technology for weight reduction of automotive exhaust emission control device will further enhance the Asia-Pacific market size. (marketresearchfuture.com)
  • This classification justifies the stringent emission legislation imposed on diesel cars, promoting a reduction of air pollution, especially in urban environments, where humans are more exposed to vehicle exhaust gas. (birmingham.ac.uk)
  • Today the Commission distributes the EU emission reduction target for 2030 to member states, and promises European action on transport to give them a helping hand," T&E's executive director Jos Dings said. (edie.net)
  • Coalitions provide the technical expertise local decision makers and fleets need to understand and implement alternative and renewable fuels, electric vehicles, idle-reduction measures, fuel economy improvements, new mobility choices, and emerging transportation technologies. (energy.gov)
  • The occupational exposure to diesel exhaust from vehicles in a Swedish modern underground mine was quantified and evaluated in relation to the vehicles' level of emission reduction technology. (lu.se)
  • By conducting a World Harmonized Transient Cycle (WHTC) under cold start driving test, this study measured pollutant emissions upstream and downstream of the after-treatment system. (aaqr.org)
  • This can be valuable during the process of designing fuels and assessing how their pollutant emissions will be efficiently catalytically removed, especially at low temperature conditions. (birmingham.ac.uk)
  • The reported open-path instrument can be broadly used in on-road pollutant monitoring or vehicle emissions, and the measurements can reveal the real situation of emission characteristics, even find the abnormal operations of vehicle catalyst system. (bvsalud.org)
  • Pune, India, May 22, 2023 /MRFR Press Release/- Market Research Future published a half-cooked research report on Global Automotive Exhaust Emission Control Device Market. (marketresearchfuture.com)
  • The global Automotive exhaust emission control device market is expected to witness 6.9% CAGR during the period, 2023 to 2032. (marketresearchfuture.com)
  • Emissions response of a European specification direct-injection gasoline vehicle to a fuels matrix incorporating independent variations in both compositional and distillation parameters. (scionresearch.com)
  • A new legislative proposal from the European Union (EU) that creates binding targets for Member States to reduce emissions in the transport, buildings, agriculture, waste, land-use and forestry sectors will hinge on the ability to accelerate low-carbon technology and fuels in the automotive industry. (edie.net)
  • The rise in electric vehicles (EV) can also act as a catalyst for other alternative energy modes of transport, with the EC placing its faith in bio and synthetic fuels. (edie.net)
  • As governments strive to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on fossil fuels, tax credits have emerged as a key government incentive for promoting EV adoption. (sfeva.org)
  • Additionally, promoting the adoption of electric vehicles can enhance energy security by reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels. (sfeva.org)
  • They help offset initial costs, make EVs more affordable and accessible to consumers, contribute to long-term savings in fuel and maintenance expenses, align with sustainability goals by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution, enhance energy security by decreasing dependence on fossil fuels, and stimulate local economies through job creation and industry growth. (sfeva.org)
  • This fact sheet provides an overview of the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE's) Vehicle Technologies Office Clean Cities Coalition Network, which boosts the country's economic vitality, energy security, and quality of life by advancing the deployment of affordable, efficient, and clean transportation fuels and technologies. (energy.gov)
  • Although emissions of and exposure to DPM can sometimes be controlled through the use of newer diesel engines, better engine maintenance, use of alternative fuels, or ventilation upgrades, some mines may need to use diesel particulate filters. (cdc.gov)
  • A way to reduce harmful exhaust and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and secure the sources of energy is to develop technology for an efficient diesel engine operation independent of fossil fuels. (lu.se)
  • There is a lack of data on how renewable fuels change the semi-volatile organic fraction of exhaust emissions. (lu.se)
  • Renewable diesel fuels have been developed and introduced to the market to reduce the net CO2 emissions. (lu.se)
  • The overall aim of this thesis was to understand the effect of introducing renewable diesel fuels and emission abatement techniques on health relevant exhaust emissions. (lu.se)
  • Laboratory studies were performed to assess the primary and secondary emissions from a heavy-duty diesel engine fueled by the renewable diesel fuels HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and RME (rapeseed methyl ester).The emissions were characterized by detailed particle and gas measurements. (lu.se)
  • The results of this study provide more insight into potential advantages and disadvantages of using biodiesel fuels for controlling emissions of aerosols and gases. (cdc.gov)
  • Finding alternative ways of producing, storing and transforming energy in order to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuels is necessary to reduce the impact on the climate. (lu.se)
  • The UK Government has committed to reducing the UK's greenhouse gas emissions to net-zero by 2050. (azocleantech.com)
  • The transportation sector is one of the major contributors to greenhouse gas emissions, and the widespread adoption of electric vehicles can significantly reduce carbon emissions and air pollution. (sfeva.org)
  • With Texas' growing wind capacity, we're pleased to provide a complementary clean mobility solution that will help Dallas improve its local air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. (proterra.com)
  • If there was any question that the judiciary was a coequal and political branch of government, last Friday after President Biden was wheels up to attend the COP26 Glasgow climate conference, the Supreme Court agreed to review the Environmental Protections Agency's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions. (greenbuildinglawupdate.com)
  • The used liquid is then emptied from the tank and charged with hydrogen, after which it can be used again in a circular system that is free from greenhouse gas emissions. (lu.se)
  • The effect of fuel sulphur content on the exhaust emissions from a lean burn gasoline direct injection vehicle marketed in Europe. (scionresearch.com)
  • Relative effects of vehicle technology and fuel formulation on gasoline vehicle exhaust emissions. (scionresearch.com)
  • but a gasoline 16MPG vehicle can certainly generate more hp and torque then 180hp. (greencarcongress.com)
  • Palladium and rhodium are used as catalysts to control exhaust emissions in gasoline-fuelled vehicles, while diesel vehicles mostly use platinum. (ivanhoemines.com)
  • Cerium and lanthanum catalysts are used in petroleum refining to convert crude oil into gasoline. (grandviewresearch.com)
  • Our response to vehicle emission control challenges are customized formulations with precious metals on three-way catalysts and catalyzed gasoline particulate filters that significantly reduce harmful pollutants and fine particles. (umicore.com)
  • Emissions cuts targets by 2035 will add up to a de facto "ban" on gasoline-powered vehicles. (moneymorning.com)
  • This case study highlights the importance of tax credits in encouraging individuals to choose electric vehicles over traditional gasoline-powered cars. (sfeva.org)
  • According to recent studies, annual fuel expenses for conventional gasoline-powered cars average around $1,400 per year compared to only about $500 for fully-electric vehicles. (sfeva.org)
  • It indicates that light gasoline vehicles (LGVs) were found to be the main contributor to NH3 emissions, while heavy-duty diesel vehicles (HDVs) mainly emitted NO. Based on the measured NH3 in the tunnel, the mileage-based NH3 emission factor per vehicle was estimated to be 17.9 ± 6.3 mg/km. (bvsalud.org)
  • A new research, affiliated with UNIST has presented a novel strategy for non-precious metal catalyst that can replace rare and expensive platinum(Pt)-based catalyst, currently used in hydrogen fuel cell. (phys.org)
  • In their study, published in the November issue of the Journal of the American Chemical Society , Professor Sang Hoon Joo of Energy and Chemical Engineering and his team have devised a new synthetic strategy to boost the activity of iron- and nitrogen-doped carbon (Fe-N/C) catalyst that can realize low-cost hydrogen fuel cell. (phys.org)
  • The research team realized a record high activity by employing their catalyst as the cathode catalyst of alkaline membrane fuel cell (one type of hydrogen fuel cell ). (phys.org)
  • Our novel strategy for high-performance catalyst is expected to hasten the commercialization of hydrogen fuel cell , and the catalyst design can be also applied to other energy storage and conversion devices. (phys.org)
  • About 10.5 kg of hydrogen is stored onboard at a pressure of 350 bar (5,000 psi) in three 150-liter tanks secured in the truck's cargo bed, providing a vehicle driving range in excess of 250 km (155 miles). (greencarcongress.com)
  • Platinum also is used as the catalyst in zero-emission, hydrogen-powered, fuel-cell electric vehicles now being developed by many of the leading, global automakers, such as Honda, Toyota, BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Hyundai. (ivanhoemines.com)
  • A coordinated catalyst pumped out 96,000 hydrogen molecules a second -- compared to just 27,000 molecules a second without the adjustment. (nanowerk.com)
  • Researchers at Lund University in Sweden are investigating a car fuel comprised of a liquid that is converted to hydrogen by a solid catalyst. (lu.se)
  • The challenge is in finding as efficient a catalyst as possible, that can extract the hydrogen from the liquid. (lu.se)
  • The liquid is pumped through a solid catalyst which extracts the hydrogen. (lu.se)
  • Most automakers are focusing their efforts solely on reducing tailpipe emissions of their vehicle lineups through conventional methods such as more efficient engines, advanced catalysts and lighter cars. (greencarreports.com)
  • Disposable filters have not been shown to cause an increase in NO 2 tailpipe emissions. (cdc.gov)
  • Diesel particulate filters relying on this off-line regeneration have not been shown to cause an increase in NO 2 tailpipe emissions. (cdc.gov)
  • Next-generation vehicles which include the Electric Vehicles, the Hybrid Electric Vehicles and the Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles are researched and expected to reduce carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) emission in the future. (sae.org)
  • In order to reduce the emissions of the heavy-duty diesel plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV), it is necessary to provide the high exhaust-gas temperature and to keep the exhaust-gas aftertreatment system effective. (sae.org)
  • Maximizing Range & Democratizing Zero-Emission Electric Buses (Electric Vehicles: Everything is Changing. (idtechex.com)
  • Recent studies show that plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) show a large gap between real-world and official type-approval CO 2 emissions. (theicct.org)
  • The advantages over current electric vehicles are significant. (foundry-planet.com)
  • Building a new, large-scale mine such as Platreef is a capital- and time-intensive process that requires us to embrace the future, and the future we see will include a lot more electric vehicles using batteries and fuel cells," Mr. Friedland said. (ivanhoemines.com)
  • We are confident that platinum, copper and nickel will be among the biggest beneficiaries of the accelerating global transition to electric vehicles and clean energy. (ivanhoemines.com)
  • Rising demand for electric vehicles to reduce CO 2 emissions is expected to propel the use of permanent magnets in the production of batteries. (grandviewresearch.com)
  • Our specialized cathode materials are key ingredients in defining the batteries' performance in electric vehicles contributing to the transition towards electromobility. (umicore.com)
  • EV stocks are hugely popular right now, as are stocks of legacy automakers that have embraced electric vehicles. (moneymorning.com)
  • The adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) has gained significant attention in recent years due to their potential environmental and economic benefits. (sfeva.org)
  • Tax credits play a vital role in motivating consumers to transition from conventional automobiles to electric vehicles. (sfeva.org)
  • In addition to reducing the initial cost burden, tax credits also contribute to long-term savings through lower fuel and maintenance expenses typically associated with electric vehicles. (sfeva.org)
  • Electric vehicles primarily rely on electricity, which can be generated from a variety of sources including renewable energy such as solar or wind power. (sfeva.org)
  • As more consumers switch to electric vehicles, there is an increased demand for charging infrastructure installation and maintenance services. (sfeva.org)
  • In conclusion, tax credits are a crucial government incentive for promoting the adoption of electric vehicles. (sfeva.org)
  • Electric vehicles (EVs) have gained significant attention as a sustainable and eco-friendly mode of transportation. (sfeva.org)
  • April 12, 2019 - As you spot more and more electric vehicles (EVs) on the road and plugged in at parking lots, what might not be quite as obvious are the abundant new opportunities for electrical contractors. (ebmag.com)
  • A model-based approach to control BMEP (Brake Mean Effective Pressure) and NOx emissions has been developed and assessed on a FPT F1C 3.0L Euro VI diesel engine for heavy-duty applications. (sae.org)
  • In Taiwan, regulations on diesel vehicles focus on subsidy schemes for old vehicle replacement, and restrictions and encouragement for the use of gas control devices to reduce emissions. (aaqr.org)
  • As a subsidiary of BASF Group, we are one of the world's leading suppliers of emissions control technologies for motor vehicles. (basf.com)
  • Recent emissions scandals, coupled with the option for alternative vehicle and emission control technologies, have added momentum to this negative sentiment. (miningweekly.com)
  • The increasing production of automobiles from countries such as China, Germany, Mexico, India, and Japan drive the growth of automotive exhaust emission control device market. (marketresearchfuture.com)
  • Furthermore, technological advancement, growing awareness from the key manufacturers in reducing the carbon footprints and growing uses of emission control three-way catalyst converter in automotive vehicles are set to drive the growth of this market during the study period. (marketresearchfuture.com)
  • In terms of region, the global market for the automotive exhaust emission control device is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the World. (marketresearchfuture.com)
  • This is due to the increased urbanization and growing purchase of consumers, increasing disposable income, and the presence of robust automotive manufacturing facilities in China, Japan, South Korea, and India has further driven the market for automotive exhaust emission control device in this region. (marketresearchfuture.com)
  • In Europe, stringent emission standards for diesel and petrol vehicles such as Euro 1 to Euro 6 drive the growth for automotive exhaust emission control device market. (marketresearchfuture.com)
  • This study provides an overview of the global automotive exhaust emission control device market, tracking four market segments across four geographic regions. (marketresearchfuture.com)
  • The scope of the study segments the global automotive exhaust emission control device market by material, type, transmission, vehicle type, sales channel and regions. (marketresearchfuture.com)
  • The prominent players in the global Automotive Exhaust emission control device market market include Denso Corporation (Japan), Johnson Matthey (UK), Continental Emitech Gmbh (Germany), Bosal (Belgium), CDTi Advanced (California), Eberspächer (Germany), Bosch Rexroth (Germany), Tenneco Inc. (USA), Albonair GmbH (Germany), and Faurecia (France). (marketresearchfuture.com)
  • Three NOx control technologies are used in today's passenger diesel vehicles. (torquenews.com)
  • Rhodium's high melting point, high temperature stability and corrosion resistance properties make it a key component in vehicle emission control, as well as glass/ production, and chemical catalysts. (matthey.com)
  • This paper reports the results of an exhaust emissions characterization from the noncatalyst control systems employed on the Mazda RX-4 rotary, the Honda CVCC, and the Chrysler electronic lean burn. (trb.org)
  • Closely tracking the broader transportation trend towards advanced safety systems, the new 35-foot Catalyst electric bus provides customers with nimble maneuvering and enhanced automated features, including collision avoidance and traction control in a smaller model for dense urban areas, building on the performance of the 40-foot Catalyst vehicle. (proterra.com)
  • In response to new exposure standards to lower miners' exposure to diesel particulate matter (DPM), the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and others have conducted research into control technologies to reduce DPM emissions. (cdc.gov)
  • A study examining diesel emissions control strategies based on retrofitting existing power packages with exhaust aftertreatment devices and repowering with advanced power packages. (cdc.gov)
  • NOx, or notrigen oxides, are one of the primary gases emitted by combustion vehicles that contribute to smog and other air pollution. (torquenews.com)
  • But with hazardous and choking air pollution in its major cities, not to mention traffic jams to rival any in the world, China may prove to be the Golden State's equal-and perhaps even surpass it in regulating vehicles and their operation. (greencarreports.com)
  • Air pollution from combustion sources (not only from vehicles) is a global problem that will be present for years to come. (lu.se)
  • The study did not look at the mandated real-driving emissions (RDE), but the study authors concede that RDE will be much more stringent than even WLTC is. (torquenews.com)
  • Chemical synthesis contributes to the production of catalysts and absorbents used in air purification systems, reducing harmful emissions from industrial processes and vehicles. (popherald.com)
  • Proterra is a leader in the design and manufacture of zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles, enabling bus fleet operators to significantly reduce operating costs while delivering clean, quiet transportation to local communities across North America. (idtechex.com)
  • With more than 595 vehicles sold to 70 different municipal, university, airport, federal and commercial transit agencies in 32 U.S. states and Canadian provinces, Proterra is committed to providing state of the art, high performance vehicles to meet today's growing market demand. (idtechex.com)
  • The gold for Electric Energy & Propulsion Systems went to the Catalyst platform by Proterra , a zero-emission electric vehicle. (ebmag.com)
  • Proterra helps transit systems meet operations, budget and sustainability goals with 35- and 40-foot, zero-emission transit vehicles, offering a direct replacement of fossil-fueled vehicles. (masstransitmag.com)
  • The Proterra Catalyst E2 vehicle series, named for its unprecedented efficient energy storage capacity of 440 - 660 kWh, recently logged more than 600 miles on a single charge at the Michelin Laurens Proving Grounds. (masstransitmag.com)
  • Because distance and driving conditions of transit routes vary greatly across the country, Proterra offers an array of vehicle configurations to serve everything from local circulator routes to higher mileage routes. (masstransitmag.com)
  • BURLINGAME, Calif. - October 5, 2015 - Proterra, the leading provider of zero-emission battery electric buses, today announced it has expanded its Catalyst platform to accommodate increased customer demand for advanced mass transit buses, by introducing a new 35-foot vehicle based on the same technology platform as its current 40-foot Catalyst vehicle. (proterra.com)
  • Proterra is also announcing that Dallas Area Rapid Transit will be the first customer to receive seven, 35-foot Catalyst FC buses and two overhead semi-autonomous fast chargers. (proterra.com)
  • The modular approach we have taken with the Catalyst design enables us to stay at the forefront of innovation and enable our customers to optimize their fleets over the average 12-year life of the bus," said John Sleconich, Chief Engineer at Proterra. (proterra.com)
  • Proterra is a leader in the design and manufacture of zero-emission vehicles that enable bus fleet operators to significantly reduce operating costs while delivering clean, quiet transportation to the community. (proterra.com)
  • Proterra has sold more than 108 vehicles to 14 different transit agencies throughout North America. (proterra.com)
  • We believe in staying at the forefront of transit, so Proterra's high performance zero-emission electric buses were an easy decision for us to make. (proterra.com)
  • The incorporation of an active electrolyte catalyst in the cathode increases efficiency. (azocleantech.com)
  • The Smart Emissions Measurement System (SEMS) is an independent, secure big data cloud service and data processing offer used to collect emissions data from any light- or heavy-duty vehicle using combustion engines. (horiba.com)
  • Not just by developing the much needed catalyst technology for low-emission combustion engines, but also by supplying high-performance innovative rechargeable battery materials and establishing a leadership position in fuel cell catalysts - all while closing the loop on critical metals. (umicore.com)
  • We are helping car manufacturers comply with upcoming emission legislation for internal combustion engines in key regions. (umicore.com)
  • This accumulation of carbon with every discharge cycle blocks the active sites of the catalyst, preventing carbon dioxide diffusion, and triggers electrolyte decomposition. (azocleantech.com)
  • NIOSH research has not found an NO 2 emissions increase associated with the use of catalysts as fuel additives. (cdc.gov)
  • Research Triangle Park, N.C. Emissions Measurement and Characterization Div. (epa.gov)
  • Transition metals , are of particular interest as metal catalysts in chemistry. (cosmosmagazine.com)
  • These metals act as catalyst to converts noxious gases into less toxic pollutants and reduce their effect on the environment. (marketresearchfuture.com)
  • At the Center for Molecular Electrocatalysis, an Energy Frontier Research Center, scientists are gaining new understanding of catalysts based on common metals and how they move protons, the positively charged, oft-ignored counterpart to the electron. (nanowerk.com)
  • Chemical synthesis is necessary for creating catalysts with specific compositions and structures, enabling efficient chemical reactions in industrial processes. (popherald.com)
  • This increases the efficiency of the newly developed fuel cell catalyst by a factor of three compared to current technology, while at the same time increasing its durability. (foundry-planet.com)
  • However, with the help of the new catalyst technology, the economic efficiency would increase enormously. (foundry-planet.com)
  • It also has a positive impact on the efficiency of vehicles. (roadsumo.com)
  • Center Director Morris Bullock and his colleagues showed that protons' ability to move through the catalyst greatly influences the catalyst's speed and efficiency. (nanowerk.com)
  • Built from the ground-up to be completely optimized as an EV, the Catalyst is the only purpose-built bus in its class, recently proving its industry-leading performance by breaking four national records with the 40-foot vehicle in efficiency, gradeability, weight and acceleration at the Altoona Bus Research and Testing Center. (proterra.com)
  • That is the view of industry experts who have responded to the EU's Strategy for Low-Emission Mobility, which has been heralded as the main catalyst to the Union's overall framework to reduce emissions in sectors outside of the Emissions Trading System. (edie.net)
  • Volkwagen, BMW, Audi and Porshe recently came under fire from the European Union for colluding to avoid adopting technology to meet the EU's new emissions standards. (moneymorning.com)
  • After the monolith is complete, a washcoat is applied that deposits oxides and catalyst(s) (most commonly platinum, palladium, and/or rhodium) on the walls of the holes. (wikipedia.org)
  • CPM states that, contrary to market opinions, platinum use in auto catalysts has not declined from 2015 to 2017, but has been growing, albeit at rates of between 0.9% and 2% a year. (miningweekly.com)
  • The firm says that one factor that has been helping platinum fabrication demand over the past few years has been an increase in demand for commercial vehicles, which use platinum-intensive catalysts, owing to their diesel engines. (miningweekly.com)
  • Further, CPM notes that demand from the US commercial vehicle market is showing signs of slowing, pointing out that, owing to the fact that it accounts for about 40% of the global market, such a slowdown points to further "pain" for platinum on the demand side in the coming years. (miningweekly.com)
  • Platinum is required as a catalyst to operate the fuel cell. (foundry-planet.com)
  • Nanowerk News ) Visions of dazzling engagement rings may pop to mind when platinum is mentioned, but a significant share of the nearly half a million pounds of the rare metalExternal link mined each year ends up in vehicle emission systems and chemical manufacturing plants. (nanowerk.com)
  • The silvery white metal speeds up or enhances reactions, a role scientists call serving as a catalyst, and platinum is fast and efficient performing this function. (nanowerk.com)
  • Because of its outstanding performance as a catalyst, platinum plays a major role in fuel cells. (nanowerk.com)
  • The new catalyst is far more active and uses far less platinum than conventional platinum-carbon catalysts ( Science , 'Highly Crystalline Multimetallic Nanoframes with Three-Dimensional Electrocatalytic Surfaces' ). (nanowerk.com)
  • Building the catalysts begins with tiny structures made of platinum and nickel held in solution. (nanowerk.com)
  • The open design of the catalyst allows the oxygen to easily access the platinum. (nanowerk.com)
  • The new catalyst has a 36-fold increase in activity compared to traditional platinum-carbon catalysts. (nanowerk.com)
  • Okui, N., "Estimation of Fuel Economy and Emissions for Heavy-Duty Diesel Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle with Electrical Heating Catalyst System," SAE Technical Paper 2017-01-2207, 2017, https://doi.org/10.4271/2017-01-2207 . (sae.org)
  • The team also demonstrated very high performance in proton exchange membrane fuel cell (PEMFC), in which the developed catalyst showed the activity of 320 A cm-3, exceeding 2020 US Department of Energy (DOE) activity target for non-precious metal catalyst (300 A cm-3). (phys.org)
  • A catalyst speeds a chemical reaction up by offering an alternative way for chemicals to react. (cosmosmagazine.com)
  • Chemical synthesis is important in the development of materials and catalysts for energy conversion and storage technologies, such as fuel cells, batteries, and solar cells. (popherald.com)
  • Au-La0.8K0.2Ni0.9Cu0.1O3 showed the best performance with a peak carbon combustion temperature of 367 °C and the half conversion of CO reached at 141 °C. The same nanostructured catalyst, deposited by in situ SCS directly over a SiC filter and tested on real diesel exhaust gases, fully confirmed the encouraging results obtained on the powder catalyst. (sae.org)
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) systems reduce emissions by routing exhaust gases back through the engine and changing the chemical makeup of the intake air. (xtremediesel.com)
  • Currently, in Europe and the United States, the test procedures for NOx emissions are based on stationary, linear runs of the engine with capture of gases from the exhaust pipe. (torquenews.com)
  • Up to date, expensive Pt has been used primarily as an efficient ORR catalyst. (phys.org)
  • The vehicle was further tested in user-selectable charge-increasing PHEV mode, finding that primarily the combustion engine is used to charge the battery until full. (theicct.org)
  • Xylenes are released to the atmosphere primarily as fugitive emissions from industrial sources (e.g., petroleum refineries, chemical plants), in automobile exhaust, and through volatilization from their use as solvents. (cdc.gov)
  • Emissions standards will tighten up significantly over the next decade. (moneymorning.com)
  • Firstly, many states provide additional incentives such as sales tax exemptions or rebates that can significantly reduce the cost of purchasing an electric vehicle. (sfeva.org)
  • Catalysts are used to convert harmful chemicals into harmless substances. (roadsumo.com)
  • In fact, about 90% of the world's chemicals and organic materials are touched by catalysts during their production. (cosmosmagazine.com)
  • Although the presence of a catalyst, in either form, will increase the feasibility of the filter by allowing regeneration at lower exhaust temperatures, it may also result in an increase in the concentration of NO 2 in the exhaust. (cdc.gov)
  • A test program was initiated to characterize exhaust gas emissions from an automobile equipped with a dual catalyst system. (epa.gov)
  • Researchers from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) conducted a study in an isolated zone of an underground mine to characterize aerosols generated by: (1) a diesel-powered personnel carrier vehicle operated over a simulated light-duty cycle and (2) the simulated repair of existing equipment using manual metal arc welding (MMAW). (cdc.gov)
  • This document lists the model, vehicle type, engine size, and fuel economy of a variety of alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles. (energy.gov)
  • Our results indicate that equipped with EGP-SCR catalysts as after treatment device can eliminate particles and regulated pollutants from the engine out emissions. (aaqr.org)
  • Since the 1950s, California has been a global leader in efforts to limit and then eliminate emissions from motor vehicles. (greencarreports.com)
  • By choosing from two base vehicle sizes, then configuring each bus with the right type of energy storage and charging systems, transit agencies can meet each route's daily range requirements, remain adaptable to future changes, eliminate fossil fuel emissions in their communities and ultimately save money over the lifetime of their vehicles. (proterra.com)
  • An article discussing aerosols generated by a diesel-powered vehicle and manual metal arc welding in an underground mine. (cdc.gov)
  • Both the diesel-powered vehicle and MMAW process contributed to concentrations of nano and ultrafine aerosols in the mine air. (cdc.gov)
  • Lately, hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) produced from vegetable oil and waste fat has found its way into the automotive market, being approved for use in diesel engines by several leading vehicle manufacturers, either in its pure form or in a mixture with the. (lu.se)
  • Lately, hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) produced from vegetable oil and waste fat has found its way into the automotive market, being approved for use in diesel engines by several leading vehicle manufacturers, either in its pure form or in a mixture with the fossil diesel to improve the overall environmental footprint. (lu.se)
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) systems were one of the first emissions systems introduced on modern diesel engines. (xtremediesel.com)
  • Get the emissions sensors you need to ensure your engine and emissions systems maintain proper operation. (xtremediesel.com)
  • These devices are integrated into combustion chambers, intake manifolds, and ignition systems which controls exhaust emissions and improves the fuel economy of the vehicle. (marketresearchfuture.com)
  • Furthermore, it also gives insight on diesel aftertreatment systems design and strategies aiming to enhance low temperature catalysts activity. (birmingham.ac.uk)
  • The European Commission (EC) is calling on nations to implement new technologies and smart pricing systems to encourage an uptake in low-emission transport modes. (edie.net)
  • However, as long as a large portion of the vehicle fleet does not have any PM removal systems, the usage of HVO and RME will have a positive impact on overall PM reductions. (lu.se)
  • For combustion vehicles, the most efficient way to reduce EC emissions is by using aftertreatment systems focused on removing the PM, such as DPFs. (lu.se)
  • Resources need to be focused on ensuring that such systems are in place and working effectively in all combustion vehicles. (lu.se)
  • The fuel economy and emission characteristics of this test PHEV were estimated using the extended-HILS, which is combined the real engine with the PHEV model of the HILS (Hardware-In-the-Loop-Simulator). (sae.org)
  • NOx and CO 2 emission of this test PHEV which was equipped with an EHC was good, compared with the heavy-duty diesel engine vehicle, the heavy-duty diesel hybrid electric vehicle and the PHEV which was not equipped with an EHC. (sae.org)
  • The potential of internal EGR (iEGR) and external EGR (eEGR) in reducing the engine-out NOx emissions in a heavy-duty diesel engine has been investigated by means of a refined 1D fluid-dynamic engine model developed in the GT-Power environment. (sae.org)
  • The test vehicle, an AMC Hornet having a 232 CID six cylinder engine, was tested over the Federal Test Procedure, the Highway Fuel Economy Test, and the Sulfate Emission Test. (epa.gov)
  • However, low exhaust temperature of the diesel engine leads to the activity of the SCR catalyst being reduced, and it was thus not capable of decomposing PAHs effectively. (aaqr.org)
  • It must be capable of delivering full power reliably run-after-run on race day, at engine and vehicle speeds far in excess of those encountered in normal driving. (j-body.org)
  • The engine is also upgraded with larger turbochargers, an optimized intercooling system and a stainless-steel exhaust system with high-flow catalysts. (motorauthority.com)
  • At -5 °C, however, the combustion engine is used intermittently from the start of the test to warm up the catalyst. (theicct.org)
  • Unexpectedly, the combustion engine was also used to charge the battery when sports vehicle- and transmission-mode was selected, even when charge-increasing mode was not engaged. (theicct.org)
  • Lean-burn NOx traps (LNT) use a catalyst to capture NOx during lean engine (low-fuel) operation. (torquenews.com)
  • The Bureau of Mines studied the characteristics of simulated coal gas as an automotive fuel in two multicylinder vehicles in a standard and high-compression-ratio engine configuration. (cdc.gov)
  • Diesel particulate filters have been shown to be highly efficient in filtering DPM, removing up to 99% of DPM from diesel engine emissions. (cdc.gov)
  • Figure 1 shows a schematic of the basic concept of filtering where engine emissions (blue arrows) enter at one end of the filter and then must physically flow through the filter wall, which removes the DPM, before exiting the filter. (cdc.gov)
  • LTO explosion aerosols showed characteristics of both types of emissions. (cdc.gov)
  • This study assesses, via testing of a representative PHEV, the effect of ambient temperature and use of air-conditioning on CO 2 emissions, electric energy consumption, and electric ranges. (theicct.org)
  • However, the even lower exhaust gas temperature that associate with the modern vehicles, stretches those catalysts ability to reduce pollutants from vehicles especially under urban driving conditions, where humans are highly exposed to those pollutants. (birmingham.ac.uk)
  • The research work presented in this paper concentrates on promoting the DOC's low temperature activity by understanding the exhaust species interactions within the catalyst. (birmingham.ac.uk)