The contractor's objective was to determine if substantial reductions in air pollution from mobile sources can be achieved by adopting hybrid-electric drive systems as opposed to conventional diesel engines. The study helped establish "proof of concept" status for the hybrid application to large trucks.
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There are no geographic limitations to this study. Trucks are driven everywhere in the country.
Existing diesel engines generate approximately 13 grams of NOx per vehicle mile traveled. Hybrid electric vehicles utilizing Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) or liquefied natural gas (LNG) have the potential to reduce NOx emissions to a level of 4-5 grams per mile. The emission reductions are exponentially increased by the substitution of hybrid electric vehicles for diesel.
System requirement document, trade studies, cost benefit analysis, concept definition, schedule/risk analysis, performance/emission analysis report, and a commercialization plan.