New Car Engine Design

New Engine Prototype and Split-Cycle Power Plant From Scuderi Group
New Car Engine Design

New Engine Prototype and Split-Cycle Power Plant From Scuderi Group

- by Anthony McCarthy

This week’s headlines include a new engine prototype from Safran, a split-cycle power plant from the Scuderi Group, and Michigan State revealing a 25-kilowatt version of its own experimental system. And despite the waning production of Ford GTs, there are still a few developments worth checking out. Here’s a closer look at some of the major developments. Also: The price of a one-off direct-injection system has reached the stratosphere, and Doyle is looking for investors.

Safran unveils new engine prototype

Airliner makers could soon see a more fuel-efficient engine in the sky, thanks to Safran’s new open-rotor engine prototype. The new architecture could reduce fuel consumption by 15 percent. The new engine is expected to be ready for testing around 2025. Ultimately, it may even affect airline fares, since it would cut the cost of fuel. But there are a few hurdles to overcome before this new engine can reach …

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New Rotary Engine Design
New Car Engine Design

New Rotary Engine Design

- by Anthony McCarthy

The new rotary engine is a welcome development after years of meh emissions and unstable durability. However, a new startup firm, Astron, has developed a 33-pound rotary engine that produces 162 horsepower. This is a far cry from the typical 840- pound turbocharged V8 diesel engine with 340hp and a power-to-weight ratio of 0.40hp/lb.

Szorenyi rotary engine design

The Szorenyi rotary engine is a simple, purely mechanical engine with one chamber, a rotor. It uses a mathematically defined stator. In the Szorenyi rotary engine, the rotor segments change from a square configuration to a rhombic one during rotation. This design achieves a volumetric efficiency of 100%. It can operate with a wide-open throttle without knocking. Its main features are centered around the combustion chamber and the pressure on the stator. Its internal structure features a direct contact power take-off crank mechanism.

REDA’s new engine design can also run on diesel …

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Dynamic Luxury Automotive Design Experience
New Car Engine Design

Dynamic Luxury Automotive Design Experience

- by Anthony McCarthy

Constant innovation and automotive engineering excellence have resulted in breakthrough car design and the rise of a dynamic luxury motoring experience that is years ahead of its time.

The new range of available luxury vehicle features enhances every aspect of the driving experience to create vehicles which are the very definition of future-proof design.

Dynamic customization

The dynamic driving system allows you to adjust individual vehicle components at the push of a button, thus altering the character of your luxury vehicle for dynamic luxury motoring.

Five drive modes are available which include efficiency, comfort, dynamic, auto, and individual. The individual mode enables drivers to decide which of the vehicle components covered by the system should respond in what way.

The engine and gearbox response to accelerator movements may be more spontaneous or more balanced depending on the model, while the adaptive air suspension allows the ride height and damping forces …

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Automatic Mechanical Service
New Car Engine Design

Automatic Mechanical Service

- by Anthony McCarthy

Finding a mechanic who will give you lots of things on your broken car can be difficult. If you don’t know what to look for then you will probably spend more than you really need. There are mechanics who will give you honest service and do a thorough job while still paying attention to your interests.

Good Mechanic Might Tell You About the Condition of the Car

If you replace your rest, a good mechanic might tell you that you only need new pads and good tightening. You might need less service than you think. Some mechanics will overcharge and tell you that you need more than you really need. They might try to sell you things where you don’t need them.

Of course, this can be a good thing for prevention purposes. Other things in your car could be on the way out and you could take care of …

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How to Know When It's Time for New Struts and Shocks
New Car Engine Design

How to Know When It’s Time for New Struts and Shocks

- by Anthony McCarthy

It is important that you are able to tell whenever your shocks and your struts begin to look worn out. It is something that can be very dangerous if you do not pay attention and end up letting the shocks and the struts go out on your car. This is why you should know when it is time so that you do not put yourself or others in danger.

Visual Inspection

The best thing that you can do in terms of knowing when to replace your struts and shocks is to keep an eye on them. This is something that you can do whenever you are already changing something else out, like your spark plugs. Look to see if they are leaking or damaged in anyway. Even something as simple as them looking worn out is something that you should keep an eye on. The hole does not have to …

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