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HCCI

Ignition Technology to Reduce Emissions in Diesel and Gas Engines

— May 18, 2007 — Eco
Scientists at Purdue University are developing an environmentally friendly technology called homogeneous charge compression ignition (HCCI), which will reduce greenhouse emissions commonly associated with combustion engines. HCCI technology can be applied to both diesel and gasoline engines and will increase engine performance, efficiency, reduce fuel consumption and help to clean up the environment.

Currently, scientists at Purdue are building a multi-cylinder "fully-flexible variable valve actuation" prototype.

Implications - The new ignition technology will use "variable valve actuation," which "would decouple the motion of the piston from the motion of the intake and exhaust valves." This change could really effect the environment in a good way, making it possible for engineers to make "diesel and gasoline engines both cleaner and more efficient" because of a new-found control over the valves.
Trend Themes
1. Homogeneous Charge Compression Ignition (HCCI) - The development of HCCI technology presents an opportunity for the automotive industry to reduce emissions and improve engine performance simultaneously.
2. Variable Valve Actuation - The implementation of variable valve actuation enables engineers to control the motion of intake and exhaust valves, leading to cleaner and more efficient diesel and gasoline engines.
3. Environmental-friendly Combustion Engines - The focus on reducing greenhouse emissions in combustion engines creates potential market opportunities for manufacturers of sustainable and eco-friendly engines.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can leverage HCCI technology to develop environmentally friendly engines and meet stricter emission regulations.
2. Engine Manufacturing - The adoption of variable valve actuation in engine manufacturing presents an opportunity for companies to produce more efficient and environmentally conscious engines.
3. Environmental Technology - The development of HCCI technology and variable valve actuation opens up avenues for companies in the environmental technology industry to provide solutions for reducing emissions in combustion engines.
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