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2024
Automotive/​Transportation

Design of Capless Main and Crank Journals of an I.C. Engine Featuring Active Liner Lubrication

In a bid to improve reliability, durability, overall mechanical efficiency and reduce cost of production of modern Internal Combustion Engines, I have designed a four cylinder power plant that eliminated capping of main and crank journals along with bolting and split metal bearings. The design features a well balanced,

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Chukwudi Ezebuilo
Ishiagu Ivo, Nigeria
Votes: 21
Views: 2004
Automotive/​Transportation
Apr 17, 2024

”COCOON PELV” Personal Electric Light Vehicle

A vehicle designed for urban and commuter transportation, it seeks to reduce the spatial footprint on roads and highways, streamlining agile transportation, being friendly to the environment, and protected as if inside a cocoon from inclement weather.

The user has the need to transport himself and his load protected from the environment. being able to park in small spaces.

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Federico Eduardo Gonzalez
Mexico City, Mexico
Votes: 2
Views: 1983
Automotive/​Transportation
Jul 1, 2024

No Wear Fluid-friction Clutch

A clutch that controls the amount of torque communicated between two rotating members by regulating the flow of a constant volume of fluid contained within the clutch. The clutch is fully engaged when a valve prevents the flow of fluid. In that state the components of the clutch are locked together. The torque is controlled by opening the valve.

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Andrew Barrowman
Coeur D'alene, United States
Votes: 0
Views: 1877
Automotive/​Transportation
Jul 1, 2024

Real-Time Non-Surfactant Emulsion Fuel Supply System

Diesel engines are widely used in heavy-duty road vehicles, marine vessels and power generation, while burners are used in various factories as a heat source. Emulsion fuel is one of promising alternative fuel for Diesel engines that can reduce fuel consumption and emissions. However, in order to stabilise the fuel, it require additive known as surfactant.

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Yahya Wira Jazair
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Votes: 0
Views: 1672
Automotive/​Transportation
May 7, 2024

ADAS: Truck Steer Tire Blowout Crash Avoidance System

A truck steer tire blowout can either be properly managed, OR it can turn into a horrific and devastating event. The truck tire blowout shown in my photo illustration killed two people because the out-of-control truck fatefully veered into their path of travel.

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Zachary Merrill
Greenville, United States
Votes: 1
Views: 1656
Automotive/​Transportation
Jun 24, 2024

Safe-D: Safe Following Distance Indicator to Prevent Rear-end Accidents

Rear-end collisions account for 33% of accidents on U.S. roads. This class of accident accounts for 44% of fatalities (50,000 deaths per year).

Detailed analysis of rear-end collision accident reports showed that the majority of rear-end collisions occur on straight highways, in good weather conditions, good road conditions, and during daylight hours. Further, new old,

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Rita Sabri
Fairfax Station, United States
Votes: 2
Views: 1613
Automotive/​Transportation
May 17, 2024

An Improved Thermal Management Design of Lithium Ion Battery Packs for Improved Performance and Safety

In the rapidly evolving world of electric vehicles (EVs), the safety and performance of lithium-ion (li-ion) battery packs are of utmost importance. Recognizing this critical need, Mr. Vivek Dawange has led the charge in developing an innovative thermal management system that promises to redefine the EV industry.

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Vivek Dawange
Pune, India
Votes: 1
Views: 1547
Automotive/​Transportation
Mar 20, 2024

Air Quality Booster with No Hardware

Air pollution is the number one cause of death in the world. Traffic pollution causes tens of thousands of deaths each year in the USA alone. Most people get their highest exposure in traffic, inside their car. Car manufacturers have been working on the subject for years using sensors, active air intake control, filters and other means.

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Herve Borrel
Scottsdale, United States
Votes: 11
Views: 1514
Automotive/​Transportation
Jun 29, 2024

Bio Mimetic Surface Finish for Friction Drag Reduction

The observed birds gliding flight performance studies indicate that their aerodynamic drag is lower than expected for their flight regime [1], and the best “sailing” birds (condor, vulture, albatross, etc.), have black feathers, a quite unattractive matting attribute...

Also, birds contour feathers barbs and barbules are covered by a nano- scale smooth layer of beta keratin,

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Francisco Leme Galvao
S. Jose Dos Campos, Brazil
Votes: 1
Views: 1478
Automotive/​Transportation
May 10, 2024

"Y" Tri Engine

The New Engine has two small pistons per cylinder. A Valve Piston and a Crank Piston. The Crank Piston rotates a Planetary Gear that rotates both crankshafts synchronized 1:1 with timing gears. It runs on Methane/Vegetable Oil Mix, or Ethanol/Vegetable Oil Mix, Fuel you make yourself.

Cycle #1 The first cylinder fires, moving the Crank Piston down 10",

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Franz Dyck
Windsor, Canada
Votes: 2
Views: 1442
Automotive/​Transportation
Jun 12, 2024

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