The new Ricardo T-SGDI engine shows the promise of further reducing fuel consumption by operating a gasoline engine without a throttle on the air intake, just like a diesel. As the T-SGDI combustion system concept was itself a fresh innovation, an additional step was taken in the research programme to validate the simulation process.
A single-cylinder optical research engine was built at the 欧美性爱片. Possibly the most advanced of its type in the world, this research engine provides a much greater optical access than previous designs, with superior vision into the cylinder, particularly around the spark plug. One of the major challenges with this project will be to maintain the high level of efficiency whilst meeting future US Low Emission Vehicle Tier 3 requirements. The company has also begun to work with the Vetronics group at the university.
Neville is on the strategic advisory network of the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and one of his other roles is to lead on strategy for future research into the internal combustion engine for the UK Automotive Council.
Ricardo is the only company in the South East to get a grant from the Regional Growth Fund and is the preferred partner for any laser diagnostics in engines. The company is also active in a range of other sectors including clean energy, motorsport, off-highway construction equipment and rail.