Alternative fuels and advanced vehicle technologies for improved environmental performance [recurso electrónico] : towards zero carbon transportation / edited by Richard Folkson.
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TextoSeries Woodhead Publishing in energy ; no. 57.Editor: Amsterdam ; Boston : Woodhead Publishing, 2014Descripción: 1 online resourceTipo de contenido: text Tipo de medio: computer Tipo de portador: online resourceISBN: 9780857097422 (electronic bk.); 0857097423 (electronic bk.)Tema(s): Energy-Generating Resources | Transportation | Alternative fuel vehicles | Transportation, Automotive -- Environmental aspects | Transportation, Automotive -- Technological innovations | TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Engineering (General) | Alternative fuel vehicles | Transportation, Automotive -- Environmental aspects | Transportation, Automotive -- Technological innovationsGénero/Forma: Electronic books. | Electronic books.Formatos físicos adicionales: Print version:: Alternative Fuels and Advanced Vehicle Technologies for Improved Environmental PerformanceClasificación CDD: 629.22/9 Clasificación LoC:TL216 .5Recursos en línea: Libro electrónico ScienceDirect
Resumen: Most vehicles run on fossil fuels, and this presents a major emissions problem as demand for fuel continues to increase. Alternative Fuels and Advanced Vehicle Technologies 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. It contains chapters on improvements in design, aerodynamics, combustion, and transmission. Finally, 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. Alternative Fuels and Advanced Vehicle Technologies is a standard reference for professionals, engineers, and researchers in the automotive sector, as well as vehicle manufacturers, fuel system developers, and academics with an interest in this field. Provides a broad-ranging 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 sectorReviews the development of alternative fuels, more efficient engines, and powertrain technologies, as well as hybrid and electric vehicle technologies.
| Tipo de ítem | Biblioteca actual | Colección | Signatura | Copia número | Estado | Fecha de vencimiento | Código de barras |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Libro Electrónico | Biblioteca Electrónica | Colección de Libros Electrónicos | TL216 .5 (Browse shelf(Abre debajo)) | 1 | No para préstamo | 380031-2001 |
Description based on print version record.
Most vehicles run on fossil fuels, and this presents a major emissions problem as demand for fuel continues to increase. Alternative Fuels and Advanced Vehicle Technologies 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. It contains chapters on improvements in design, aerodynamics, combustion, and transmission. Finally, 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. Alternative Fuels and Advanced Vehicle Technologies is a standard reference for professionals, engineers, and researchers in the automotive sector, as well as vehicle manufacturers, fuel system developers, and academics with an interest in this field. Provides a broad-ranging 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 sectorReviews the development of alternative fuels, more efficient engines, and powertrain technologies, as well as hybrid and electric vehicle technologies.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
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