Analysis of the influence of substitute fuels on properties operating conditions of military hybrid drive systems
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Department of Engines and Maintenance
Engineering, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Military University of Technology, Poland
Submission date: 2023-05-12
Final revision date: 2023-09-29
Acceptance date: 2023-10-26
Online publication date: 2024-01-10
Publication date: 2024-05-18
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Janusz Chojnowski
Department of Engines and Maintenance
Engineering, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Military University of Technology, gen. Sylwestra Kaliskiego 2, 00-908, Warsaw, Poland
Combustion Engines 2024,197(2), 22-31
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The energy density of chemical batteries makes it difficult to rely solely on cheap and eco-friendly electricity for power in many applications, such as airplanes, long-distance trains, ocean vessels, and heavy equipment. Limited charging infrastructure and power generation capacity are also problematic. However, hybrid powertrains provide a solution by combining electric and internal combustion engines to achieve better fuel economy and similar operational characteristics to traditional engines. Hybrid systems can also use alternative hydrocarbon fuels , with all advantages of conventional engines. This study aimed to determine the impact of alternative fuels on the performance of a hybrid drive system for a military wheeled platform developed for operation in urban areas. The experiment found that substitute fuels, such as, F-34, and Jet A-1, were compatible but could result in increased fuel consumption, decreased energy efficiency, and negative environmental impacts due to higher exhaust emissions.
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