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Here's why electric cars have plenty of grunt, oomph and torque

Australian politicians, including Prime Minister Scott Morrison, have raised the question of electric vehicles' capacity for "grunt".

Apr 16, 2019

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Researchers develop machine-learning optimizer to slash product design costs

Computer simulations are a critical part of the product design optimization process, allowing engineers to test various configurations and select the best design among the many different alternatives. But even at a facility ...

Nov 16, 2020

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EU, Germany reach deal on fossil fuel car phaseout plan

The European Union and Germany on Saturday said they had struck a deal after a dispute over the planned phaseout by 2035 of the sale of cars using fossil fuels.

Mar 25, 2023

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Electric vehicles cheaper than combustion by 2027: study

Electric cars will be cheaper to build than fossil fuel vehicles across Europe within six years and could represent 100 percent of new sales by 2035, according to a study published Monday.

May 10, 2021

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Big switch: Electric cars put China on automobile map

The rise of electric cars heralds not only a major technology switch but also promises massive disruption to today's auto giants as Tesla and a group of powerful Chinese rivals take over the fast lane.

Mar 6, 2018

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Going electric: Carmakers make the switch

Leading automakers have signalled their intention to scrap internal combustion engines by 2030 or cut back sharply on their production as the sector turns towards electric vehicles.

Jul 25, 2021

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New tool can detect a precursor of engine-destroying combustion instability

Combustion engines have been around since the late 18th century, although they did not gain popularity until over 50 years later. Now, they are practically ubiquitous, powering anything from cars and airplanes to turbines.

Nov 18, 2021

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Teslas of the sea? CES showcases electric hydrofoil boats

Flying cars and self-driving vehicles always get attention at the CES gadget show in Las Vegas, but this year electric recreational boats are making bigger waves.

Jan 6, 2023

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Supercomputer simulations show ways to clean up, speed up gas turbines

When you take a trip on a plane, train or cruise ship you likely are traveling by the power of gas turbines. These are combustion engines that convert gas or liquid fuel to mechanical energy. The process involves air, fuel, ...

Mar 8, 2023

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New valve technology promises cheaper, greener engines

Technology developed at the University of Waterloo reliably and affordably increases the efficiency of internal combustion engines by more than 10 per cent.

Mar 21, 2018

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