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Variable Compression Engines

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

This Petrol Engine Automatically Adjusts Its Compression As You Drive

— August 16, 2016 — Autos
The brand new Infiniti VC-T turbo engine is an intelligently designed petrol engine that is designed to be capable of automatically and autonomously going about adjusting its compression ratio as you drive, and can switch from anywhere between an efficiency-focused 14:1 ratio all the way to a power-centric 8:1 ratio.

This 2-liter, four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine is capable of increasing and decreasing the strokes of its pistons, which allows it manipulate the manner in which it churns out gas to power the vehicle. If you're in need of turbocharged performance, you can use a compression setup that focuses on power. If you're more concerned about minimizing gas usage, the engine can shift to an economical functioning status.

This smartly engineered petrol engine proves that fuel efficiency and high-performance can go hand in hand.
Trend Themes
1. Variable Compression Engines - Opportunity for automakers to develop intelligent engines that automatically adjust compression ratios for improved performance and fuel efficiency.
2. Intelligent Piston Technology - Potential for innovation in piston design that allows for dynamic control of strokes to optimize engine performance in real-time.
3. Efficiency-power Balance - Opportunity to find the optimal balance between power and fuel efficiency in petrol engines through adjustable compression ratios.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Automakers can explore the development of variable compression engines to offer consumers improved performance and fuel efficiency.
2. Engineering - Engineers can focus on developing intelligent piston technology to enhance the capabilities of petrol engines.
3. Energy - Energy industry can benefit from advancements in efficiency-power balance in petrol engines, contributing to sustainability efforts.
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