In the long haul transport sector, the reduction of real driving emissions and fuel consumption is the main societal challenge. The LONGRUN project will contribute to lower the impacts by developing different engines, drivelines and demonstrator vehicles with 10% energy saving (TtW) and related CO2, 30% lower emission exhaust (NOx, CO and others), and 50% Peak Thermal Efficiency. A second achievement will be the multiscale simulation framework to support the design and development of efficient powertrains, including hybrids for both trucks and coaches. With the proposed initiatives a leading position in hybrid powertrain technology and Internal Combustion Engine operating on renewable fuels in Europe will be guaranteed. A single solution is not enough to achieve these targets.
Scientific Output/Product/Outcome
The OEMs will develop 8 demonstrators (3 engines, 1 hybrid drivelines, 2 coaches and 3 trucks); within them technical sub-systems and components will be demonstrated, including electro-hybrid drives, optimised ICEs and aftertreatment systems for alternative and renewable fuels, electric motors, smart auxiliaries, on- board energy recuperation and storage devices and power electronics. This includes concepts for connected and digitalised fleet management, predictive maintenance and operation in relation to electrification where appropriate to maximise the emissions reduction potential. The 30 partners will accelerate the transition from fossil- based fuels to alternative and renewable fuels and to a strong reduction of fossil-based CO2 and air pollutant emissions in Europe. Within the scope of the project, Ford Otosan is developing a new electrification concept for its F-Max truck. Starting with the Requirements and Target Definition for Concept Study, detailed design, Layout study and Simulation are to be carried out on a F-Max equipped with an e-axle developed within the project. Control System and Predictive Hybrid Energy Management system concept will be developed for optimum hybridization of F-Max truck with electric axle. At the end of the project, Vehicle Integration and demonstration will be on a special F-Max.
Tackling Big Global Problems
Thanks to LONGRUN project with its 30 partners, the transition from fossil-based fuels to alternative and renewable fuels will accelerate and achieve a strong reduction in fossil-based CO2 & emissions in Europe. Road transport is one of the biggest sources of GHG emissions in the EU. Europe’s transport emissions account for 25% of total GHG emissions in the EU13. In the heavy duty long haulage transport sector, the reduction of real driving emissions, fuel consumption and its related CO2 emissions is the main societal challenge. The LONGRUN project will contribute to lower the impacts by developing different engines, drivelines and demonstrator vehicles with 10% energy saving (Tank to Wheel) and related CO2 reduction, 30% lower emission exhaust (NOx, CO and others) and 50% Thermal Efficiency. The European Commission has proposed sharp targets to reduce CO2-emissions of minus 15% by 2025 (compared to 2019) and minus 30% by 2030 (compared to 2019) to counter the growth in transport and related emissions14. The review of the CO2 emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles will be starting in 2022 and LONGRUN results will be just in time to feed into and support the decision-making process.
Industrial Innovation (including innovation in services as well as products and processes)
using alternative and renewable fuels that provide additional energy savings by using heat recovery or hybrid vehicle technologies. Emissions with a high global warming potential will need to be considered in the total CO2 equivalent emission target and the VECTO accordingly. Validation of at least 10% total energy savings compared to the best-in-class conventional vehicle in 2018 in the calculated vehicle level VECTO results 30% reduction in NOx, CO and hydrocarbons Reduction of unregulated ingredients The internal combustion engine performance will be further improved to achieve a thermal peak efficiency target of 50%. Reduction of CO2 emissions in new engines optimized for different combinations Implementation of simulation methodologies needed in VECTO.
Research-induced Changes in National Policies and Strategies
Along with the LONGRUN outputs, contributions can be added in our national policies on the axis of technical/technological developments in the direction of heavy duty vehicle electrification and reducing energy consumption on long distances.
Its Effect on Foreign Dependency and Current Account Deficit
Although the project does not cover the mass production process, there is a potential for the electric axle system to be developed domestically and used in the future instead of being bought ready-made from abroad.
Contribution to the Development of Professional Skills and Professional Abilities
As part of the LONGRUN project, electric axle development will be carried out for the first time at Ford Otosan.
Contribution to the Development of Human Resources
While Ford Otosan gains new experience in electric powertrains, its engineers and technicians are expected to develop their capacities. The greatest contribution is the development of engineering teams that are internationally sought after and accepted by Horizon projects, accustomed to working in a culture of collaboration in engineering studies at a high level of knowledge.
References
https://h2020-longrun.eu/hybrid-vehicle-ice-fueled-with-hvo-and-electrical-axle/
https://h2020-longrun.eu/design-and-implementation-of-an-e-axle-to-the-baseline-truck/
