Cummins designs fuel-agnostic 15-liter engine capable of working on green hydrogen, natural gas, and advanced diesel fuels.
Here’s an article found in Green Car Congress about the fuel-agnostic powerhouse unveiled by Cummins.
According to the article,
- Cummins unveiled a new fuel-agnostic 15-litre engine platform at CONEXPO
- The engine is designed for heavy-duty off-highway applications
- It can run on hydrogen, natural gas, and advanced diesel, offering low-to-zero carbon fuel capability
- The 15-litre platform can use carbon-free hydrogen or biogas with up to a 90% carbon reduction
Westport Fuel Systems’ HPDI 2.0 Technology
Westport Fuel Systems has developed the High Pressure Direct Injection (HPDI) 2.0 technology, which enables heavy-duty engines to run on natural gas or hydrogen with minimal modifications. The HPDI system injects natural gas or hydrogen directly into the engine cylinder, providing performance and efficiency comparable to diesel engines.
Hyundai’s Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Platform
Hyundai has developed a modular fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) platform that can accommodate various body types and fuel cell systems. The platform is designed to be flexible enough to use either hydrogen fuel cells or battery electric powertrains, allowing for a fuel-agnostic approach to zero-emission vehicles.
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Toyota has showcased a hydrogen-powered internal combustion engine that can be adapted to existing engine platforms. By using hydrogen as a fuel, the engine can achieve near-zero emissions while maintaining the performance and familiarity of traditional internal combustion engines.
Volvo Penta’s Fuel-Agnostic Approach
Volvo Penta, a subsidiary of Volvo Group, has announced a fuel-agnostic strategy for its marine and industrial engines. The company aims to offer engines capable of running on various fuels, including hydrogen, to provide flexibility and support the transition to sustainable power solutions.
