Revolutionizing Commercial Vehicles: Cummins Leads Consortium in Developing Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engine
Key Ideas
- Cummins, with partners Johnson Matthey, PHINIA, and Zircotec, successfully completed 'Project Brunel' to create a 6.7-litre H2-ICE for medium-duty trucks and buses.
- The hydrogen engine offers over a 99% reduction in carbon emissions and ultra-low NOx compared to current diesel standards, showcasing significant environmental benefits.
- The project, supported by the UK Government and led by the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK, highlights collaboration in industry decarbonisation and the potential of hydrogen technology for commercial vehicles.
- The scalable design of the engine allows for adaptation to heavy-duty vehicles and other applications, demonstrating the versatility and future potential of hydrogen internal combustion engines.
A consortium including Cummins, Johnson Matthey, PHINIA, and Zircotec has developed a hydrogen internal combustion engine (H2-ICE) for commercial vehicles as part of 'Project Brunel'. The 6.7-litre H2-ICE, utilizing zero-carbon hydrogen fuel and advanced technologies, achieves remarkable reductions in carbon emissions and NOx. Supported by the UK Government and APC UK, this project signifies a significant step towards industry decarbonisation. The collaboration between industry leaders showcases the potential of H2-ICE technology for efficient and environmentally friendly commercial vehicles without necessitating a complete vehicle redesign. The event at Cummins' Darlington facility emphasized the project's success and the future prospects for decarbonising commercial vehicles. The scalable nature of the engine design, adaptable to heavy-duty applications like construction machinery, underlines its versatility and potential impact. Cummins' ongoing investments in testing facilities for various powertrain technologies further demonstrate the company's commitment to innovation and sustainability.