RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT NEEDS FOR CNG FUELED VEHICLES
A comprehensive examination of the research needed to accelerate the acceptance of compressed natural gas as a vehicle fuel has been conducted. The technical problems which have limited acceptance but which may be alleviated through research are poorer engine performance and reduced driving range as compared to vehicles using liquid fuels. A public perception that CNG is not as safe as gasoline for public use has been a problem. The identified research needs include specific projects which will reduce or eliminate these problems.
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Supplemental Notes:
- Conference Proceedings P-129, Compressed Natural Gas as a Motor Vehicle Fuel, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, June 22-23, 1983.
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Corporate Authors:
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
400 Commonwealth Drive
Warrendale, PA United States 15096 -
Authors:
- JOYCE, T J
- Conference:
- Publication Date: 1983
Media Info
- Features: References;
- Pagination: p. 1-6
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Acceptance; Compressed natural gas; Development; Engine performance; Public opinion; Research; Safety factors; Vehicle range
- Uncontrolled Terms: Acceptability; Research and development
- Subject Areas: Research; Safety and Human Factors; Society;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 00381753
- Record Type: Publication
- Source Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Files: HSL, USDOT
- Created Date: Feb 29 1984 12:00AM