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Internal combustion engines using traditional and alternative fuels are an integral part of life in all parts of the world. They are almost universally used in motor vehicles of all kinds, in power generation, and more. Traditionally, internal combustion engines run on liquid fuels. These fuels are distilled from petroleum. Think gasoline, diesel, kerosene or heavy fuel oil. What are alte
Many businesses have made it a priority to reduce their carbon footprint. Multiple ways to reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions are available to business owners. One is to purchase carbon offsets-pay someone else to reduce emissions on your behalf. Another is to use less energy, for example, have employees travel less often, or by improving the energy efficiency of a building. Using low-
What is power-to-x? "Power-to-x" refers to a series of techniques and pathways allowing to convert, store and utilize renewable electrical energy. Power-to-x is specifically applicable when there is an excess of renewable electricity produced from solar or wind resources. Rather than be wasted-the specific industry term for this is "curtailed"-the excess electricity is used productively. The "x
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has been aggressively reducing diesel engine emissions over the last 25 years, and Cummins Inc. has committed to developing the technology to meet these requirements. These regulations have been embraced within the oil & gas industry, as the sector continues the journey to reduce its environmental impact. The EPA's latest Tier 4 final emission
The stone age did not end because the world ran out of stones, and the oil age will not end because we run out of oil1. Instead the oil age will end as we (communities, companies, and governments) speed up the energy transition towards our final destination: 100% renewable energy. In this energy transition journey there are giant steps we all celebrate, such as the increased use of green
Is dependence to electric power the Achilles heel for businesses against the emerging cybersecurity threats? Cybersecurity threats to electric infrastructure continues to be a top-of-mind topic for many business executives. From healthcare and data center facilities to commercial and industrial buildings, businesses depend on electric power to continue their operations. Moreover, this dep
Get the most out of your RVing experience with smart devices and products. Your home is already a hub for smart devices, and now it is time for your RV to be a mobile hub. Safety, utility management, wellness monitoring, smart appliances, and smart entertainment; do you have one of these smart devices at your home? These are the five smart device categories that are most popular among households.
Many might think of their newest gadgets when it comes to the Internet of Things (IoT). Meanwhile, the industrial and commercial applications of IoT surpass its consumer applications. In fact, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and security are the four sectors that lead others when it comes to where the IoT devices are1. At Cummins Inc., we make our partners' challenges our challenges; make th
For the best results for your business, consider all aspects of repowering before making your final choice. To help you with this, we have compiled the five repowering considerations below for you and everyone else in the marine industry. Whether the boat is used for fishing, towing, ferrying or pleasure, these considerations will help narrow down the repowering options that you should consider
Most items we use daily have been made possible thanks to the marine industry. Seaborne trade and shipping are the corner stones of our modern society. The growth in seaborne trade has outpaced the growth in the world's population over the last decade. Moreover, seaborne trade volume is forecasted to be aligned with the growth in GDP in the next decade. "Increasing trade activity doesn't j
Let's start with why the marine industry is unique when it comes to emission regulations. "First, there are multiple agencies regulating maritime emissions. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), European Union (EU), International Maritime Organization (IMO) and Ministry of Ecology and Environment of China are the major ones to mention," says Michael Drew, Marine Certification M
In this article, the focus is another important aspect of the mining industry: capital expenditure (CapEx). CapEx is the mining companies' investments in the products and technologies as part of their operations. It includes facility improvements, new mining equipment, and beyond. The annual capital expenditure (CapEx) of the world's top 40 mining companies is $78 billion1. This is about the sa