Alternative Fuel Vehicles

Name: Alternative Fuel Vehicles
Brand: Taylor & Francis
SKU: 9781138503700
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By Tom Denton

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Alternative Fuel Vehicles by Tom Denton offers comprehensive coverage of qualifications and awards in the growing field of alternative fuels. It introduces the concept of non-conventional fuels, explains their necessity in the context of climate change and legislation, and explores how these fuels are produced and supplied. The book delves into the operation of alternative fuel vehicles, including hydrogen fuel cells and engine technology, supported by real-life case studies and examples.
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This book is ideal for beginners, students studying alternative fuels, working technicians, and enthusiasts interested in the development and technology of vehicles powered by alternative fuels.

This book provides an overview of alternative fuels, ideal for beginners, starting with the very basic principles of alternative fuel, before moving on to consider alternative fuel technologies, the influencing environmental factors and the future of alternative fuel.

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Alternative Fuel Vehicles provides full coverage of all qualifications and awards in the emerging field of alternative fuels. It is an essential introduction to the ever-growing demand for vehicles that use non-conventional fuels.

This first book on AFVs, endorsed by the IMI, begins with an overview ideal for beginners. It outlines what is meant by alternative fuels, why they are necessary, and why climate change and associated legislation are key drivers.

Details of how alternative fuels are produced, the supply infrastructure, and the operation of these vehicles are all covered. A chapter on fuel cells introduces the use of hydrogen, while another on engines and engine management covers combustion, aiding the understanding of why changing engine fuel types is complex. Some basic engine technology is included to assist readers new to the subject.

Real-life case studies and examples illustrate different technologies currently in use and speculate on new developments. This book is an ideal companion for any unit of study on alternative fuel and will also interest working technicians and keen amateurs.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781138503700

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 29 May 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Routledge

Illustration: 9 Tables, black and white; 42 Line drawings, color; 56 Halftones, color; 98 Illustrations, color

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 174.0mm

Height: 246.0mm

Weight: 380g

Pages: 120

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Tom Denton is the leading UK automotive author with a teaching career spanning from lecturer to head of automotive engineering in a large college. His nine automotive textbooks published since 1995 are bestsellers and led to his authoring of the Automotive Technician Training multimedia system that is in common use in the UK, USA and several other countries.

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