- Nov 29, 2006
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When take away the requirements for camshafts?
The future of automobile is that the internal combustion engine will no longer requires camshafts to operate valves, but rather solenoids controlled by the PCM. You will see some of the most efficient engines coming to your favorite automobiles very soon, as I think BMW is perfecting this technology.
The energy required to operate the camshafts could be ~30% of output, and if the camshafts are no longer used, the solenoid can be placed anywhere feasible. That means no more engine torque affecting steering, launch, etc... and balance can finally be achieved with not much efforts.
So, with that in mind, what is your dream engine design?
The future of automobile is that the internal combustion engine will no longer requires camshafts to operate valves, but rather solenoids controlled by the PCM. You will see some of the most efficient engines coming to your favorite automobiles very soon, as I think BMW is perfecting this technology.
The energy required to operate the camshafts could be ~30% of output, and if the camshafts are no longer used, the solenoid can be placed anywhere feasible. That means no more engine torque affecting steering, launch, etc... and balance can finally be achieved with not much efforts.
So, with that in mind, what is your dream engine design?