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Internal combustion engine traction - Overall architecture

Authors: Pierre CHAPAS, Dominique COIFFET

Publication date: May 10, 2015, Review date: July 1, 2015

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8. Conclusion

The vast majority of traction engines in the world are diesel-powered. Developments over many years have considerably improved engine efficiency. However, there is still a considerable amount of development work to be done in terms of gaseous emissions. The prospect of using natural gas instead of diesel offers such a prospect that we can foresee its widespread use for new equipment.

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