Originally Posted by
Lagonda
According to the EU Elvas research team EVA gives us:
* CO2 emissions reduced by up to 15%;
* Car engine noise reduced by up to 10dB at 3000 rpm;
* Fuel consumption reduced by up to 15%;
* Materials 100% recyclable;
* Weight savings of 25%, compared with conventional system;
* Reduced electrical consumption.
Looks cool, but then again, I have no idea if this technology is ready today. I heard of it being used in F1, is that right ?
It is not being used in F1
And all that is only possible with a 42 volt system running through the whole car. I would rather try to get the engine as mechanical as possible get rid of as much electronics. But that doesn't mean the engine will be simple. I am sure that with large range control over lift, timing, and duration that even better gains can be had.
Power, whether measured as HP, PS, or KW is what accelerates cars and gets it up to top speed. Power also determines how far you take a wall when you hit it
Engine torque is an illusion.