Alternative fuels and advanced vehicle technologies for improved environmental performance
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[Book]
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towards zero carbon transportation /
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[edited by] Richard Folkson.
.PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC
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Waltham, MA :
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Woodhead Pub.,
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c2014
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(Norwood, Mass. :
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Woodhead Publishing series in energy ;
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no. 57
GENERAL NOTES
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Title from title screen.
INTERNAL BIBLIOGRAPHIES/INDEXES NOTE
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
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This book gives an overview of key developments in advanced fuels and vehicle technologies to improve the energy efficiency and environmental impact of the automotive sector. Part I considers the role of alternative fuels such as electricity, alcohol, and hydrogen fuel cells, as well as advanced additives and oils, in environmentally sustainable transport. Part II explores methods of revising engine and vehicle design to improve environmental performance and fuel economy, with chapters on improvements in design, aerodynamics, combustion, and transmission. Part III outlines developments in electric and hybrid vehicle technologies, and provides an overview of the benefits and limitations of these vehicles in terms of their environmental impact, safety, cost, and design practicalities. It provides a review of recent research into advanced fuels and vehicle technologies that will be instrumental in improving the energy efficiency and environmental impact of the automotive sector and reviews the development of alternative fuels, more efficient engines, and powertrain technologies, as well as hybrid and electric vehicle technologies. --