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Description
The project “Development of "NordicCNG" new type CNG-Diesel-Water technology” envisages the development of a new product "ArtuPower" for heavy-duty vehicles with an engine capacity of up to 18 litres. The technology used in the new product is based on the intellectual property of SIA “ABLabs” (patent application no. PCT/EP2020/064219) and will be a unique product on the market as it allows the use of water vapor to form a fuel mixture. Water vapor acts as a catalyst and allows the formation of a mixture of diesel and gas with high gas saturation, thus replacing most of the diesel with "greener" fuel. In addition, water vapor under high compression conditions increases engine efficiency and improves the fuel combustion process, resulting in complete combustion of diesel fuel, improved engine performance and reduced emissions (GHG emissions and harmful emissions).
Summary of project results
The projects addressed the environmental challenge by diesel-powered vehicles, which are significant contributors to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, particularly in the freight and passenger transport sectors. Diesel engines, commonly used in trucks and buses, are a major source of air pollution, and there is a growing need to reduce their environmental impact in a cost-effective way without replacing the vehicles entirely.
The project team developed a new product called "ArtuPower", it allows diesel engines to run on a mix of compressed natural gas (CNG) or biomethane and water vapor together with diesel fuel, significantly reducing diesel consumption and emissions. Key activities of the project included designing and building prototypes of the system, testing them in a laboratory environment, as well as running field trials on the truck. The team also worked on improving the systems efficiency, ensuring it could be easily installed on different types of diesel engines, and conducting tests to measure its impact.
The project delivered several concrete results: a fully functional prototype of the "ArtuPower" system was developed (alpha and beta prototypes). These systems were successfully installed on heavy-duty vehicle and tested in real driving conditions, demonstrating a reduction of diesel use by up to 60%. Additionally, the team calculated reduction in GHG and other harmful emissions by up to 75+%, with further benefits such as improved fuel efficiency.
The project has had a direct impact by offering a practical, low-cost solution for reducing emissions from existing diesel vehicles. For end users, the technology provides immediate fuel savings and helps meet environmental goals without the need for expensive new vehicles. In the long term, this technology will significantly contribute to the reduction of emissions in the transport sector, helping countries meet their climate goals while keeping transport costs manageable.
Summary of bilateral results
The project involved close cooperation between partners to focus on emission calculations and assess the benefits of using diesel, water vapour, and compressed natural gas (CNG) in diesel engines. The partners conducted research and testing to better understand how the technology could reduce fuel consumption and emissions in heavy-duty vehicles.Partners collaborated on emission models and testing the "ArtuPower" system. They worked together to gather real-world data to validate the results. The partners also conducted joint presentations to share their findings with stakeholders, helping to communicate the advantages of the technology.This collaboration allowed both partners to gain new insights and knowledge while ensuring a more thorough assessment of the technology’s impact.