A hot topic is the hydrogen space right now, H2ICEs hold both massive potential when it comes to decarbonising several mobility applications and can also present a competitive edge to fuel cell manufacturers to increase efficiency.
Here, AVL and SuperTurbo Technologies will focus on a high-speed traction unit, dubbed SuperTurbo, an on-demand air device that can be used to control the speed of turbomachinery independently of the engine’s exhaust flow and vary the ratio between engine speed and turbo speed.
Employing a speed reduction fixed ratio planetary drive coupled with a continuously variable transmission, it is hoped the SuperTurbo will increase both performance and efficiency of the engine.
On the partnership, Stephan Tarnutzer, President at AVL North America, said, “This collaboration is an important step for AVL in continuing our commitment to innovation and advancements that demonstrate our technology leadership.
“H2ICEs applications can provide significant advantages in commercial vehicles, and we believe this collaboration will show even further emission and efficiency benefits.”
Thomas Waldron, Executive Vice-President at SuperTurbo Technologies, added, “The application of driven-turbo technology for H2ICEs will enable full-cycle lean burn through precise air control and will also improve engine response.
“The collective AVL/SuperTurbo goal is to demonstrate low NOx emissions, performance similar to diesel, and improved engine efficiency. This could offer manufacturers a cost-effective path to carbon-free powertrains.”
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