Hybrid Development and Diesel Emissions Technology

Presenter Information

Jayson Ramthun, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Aaron Jackson, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Matthew Blaha, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Michael Dannenberg, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Alex Bellus, Minnesota State University, Mankato
David Carroll, Minnesota State University, Mankato

Location

CSU 253/254

Start Date

27-4-2009 9:30 AM

End Date

27-4-2009 12:00 PM

Student's Major

Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering Technology

Student's College

Science, Engineering and Technology

Mentor's Name

Bruce Jones

Mentor's Department

Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering Technology

Mentor's College

Science, Engineering and Technology

Second Mentor's Name

Vincent Winstead

Second Mentor's Department

Electrical and Computer Engineering and Technology

Second Mentor's College

Science, Engineering and Technology

Description

As a result of environmental issues, the demand for smaller, more fuel efficient vehicles is on the rise. High efficiency diesel vehicles that are able to meet emissions standards in the United States would be an asset in combating global emissions. Along with a small, high efficiency diesel engine, a hybrid assist system would greatly reduce the carbon foot print of any vehicle. For this project, the vehicle chosen was a Smart ForTwo CDi. A plan was then formulated to incorporate emissions related after treatment to meet Tier 2 Bin 5 standards and incorporate a parallel hybrid drive system. By measuring emissions and making modifications to the exhaust system, in addition to applying a hybrid drive system to the Smart car, the fuel efficiency can be further improved. With small, commuter cars like the Smart ForTwo CDi being utilized in large, urban cities across the country congestion as well as pollution can be significantly reduced, especially when used in conjunction with the proposed exhaust after treatments and hybrid drivetrain.