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The World's-First Variable Compression Ratio Engine Could Kill Diesel Forever


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I read an article about a variable compression engine, with the statement that this technology could kill the diesel engine. 

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It's basically a gas engine that can change it's compression ratio on the fly. (Ranges from 8:1 all the way up to 14:1).

"The ingenuity of VC-T engine technology lies in its ability to transform itself and seamlessly raise or lower the height the pistons reach. As a consequence, the displacement of the engine changes and the compression ratio can vary anywhere between 8:1 (for high performance) and 14:1 (for high efficiency). The sophisticated engine control logic automatically applies the optimum ratio, depending on what the driving situation demands."

Just thought this was cool and wondering for anyone who has a deep understanding of mechanical workings, is this really a breakthrough that could threaten the diesel engine or is this just hype?

The full article can be found here:

https://jalopnik.com/worlds-first-variable-compression-ratio-engine-could-ki-1785295848

 

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Been talked about and worked with for over 30 years I know of. Don't see it in the marketplace yet so I'm going to abstain from true belief at this point.

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Dog.jpg.487f03da076af0150d2376dbd16843ed.jpgPlodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke.

 

 

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