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Glenn Research Center
1994 Phase II
The Regenerated Diesel Engine
The ReJen Company
Bishop, CA
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INNOVATION
A reciprocating internal combustion engine operating on a regenerated cycle |
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- Several designs have been developed and components tested, preliminary to the fabrication and testing of a technology demonstrator engine
- Analyses indicate exceptional fuel efficiency, very high Brake Mean Effective Pressure (BMEP) with low peak cylinder pressures, and the potential for reduced emissions
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COMMERCIALIZATION
- Continuing R&D under several commercial and U.S. government (NASA & Navy) contracts
- Joint venture arranged with Alvin Lowi & Assoc. for development of a barrel cam version of this engine
- Strategic partnership developed with Caterpillar, Inc
- On-going R&D and patent development financial and technical support from Caterpillar, Inc.
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GOVERNMENT/SCIENCE APPLICATIONS
- Potential use for general aviation aircraft propulsion and shipboard power generation. Other government stationary power generation and vehicular propulsion applications are also feasible
- Potential commercial applications include stationary power generation, truck and automotive, ship propulsion, and earthmoving equipment
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