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| After-Treatment of Particulate Emissions from Gasoline-Powered Automotive Vehicles |
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Context Particulate emissions from gasoline-powered vehicles are thought to be a significant health threat in the U.K. and legislation to regulate them is expected early next century. Currently, there is no technology available which has been specifically designed to treat them. Aims To develop an after-treatment system capable of reducing particulate emissions from gasoline powered vehicles to almost zero. Method Phase 1 Evaluate the viability of a number of different novel technologies (including plasma, microwaves, electrostatics, thermophoresis, cyclones, adaptations of the CRTTM) for use in gasoline engine particulate control. A report will be written to conclude this phase of work. 3 months Phase 2 Develop prototype devices incorporating these complex technologies and test them under well-controlled conditions using the facilities already established at Imperial College 18 months Phase 3 Test the most promising concepts at Johnson Mattheys engine test facilities under real driving conditions ranging from idle to rated power 3 months Benefits Health benefits for the population particularly in cities. Opportunities for UK manufacturers to supply products to the global market. An enhanced image of UK industry and academia as technological leaders in the control of pollution from vehicles . Participants Johnson Matthey Imperial College of Science, Technology & Medicine |
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