Table of Content

1. 1.0 Executive Summary

     
    1.0 Executive Summary
        1.1 Research Scope
        1.2 Research Methodology
        1.3 Tackling Real Driving NOx Emissions Is the Challenge
        1.4 Fuel Efficiency Leads the Charge as NOx Reduction Catches up

 2. 2.0 Introduction to NOx Emissions

     
    2.0 Introduction to NOx Emissions
        2.1 A Family of Compounds Formed by Abundant Reactive Gases
        2.2 Mobile Sources Contribute over Half of Anthropogenic Emissions
        2.3 Classification of Mobile Sources for NOx Emissions

 3. 3.0 Need for Mobile Source NOx Emission Control

     
    3.0 Need for Mobile Source NOx Emission Control
        3.1 Striking a Balance between Fuel Efficiency and Emission Control
        3.2 EURO 6 Pushed Automakers to Scramble for New Approaches
        3.3 Importance of Real-time Monitoring and on-board Diagnostics
        3.4 Sensors Play a Critical Role in the Evolution of NOx Control Strategies
        3.5 Technical Barriers Dampen Progress in Advanced Combustion Technologies
        3.6 The US and EU Drive Innovations in NOx Reduction Technologies
        3.7 Outline of Advanced NOx Reduction Strategies for Mobile Sources

 4. 4.0 NOx Control Technologies

     
    4.0 NOx Control Technologies
        4.1 NOx Reduction Begins with Engine Control Approaches
        4.2 Hybrid EGR Approaches Being Explored to Improve NOx Reduction
        4.3 TWC – Closed Loop System Effective for Gasoline Engines
        4.4 SCR Continues to Dominate NOx Control for Diesel Vehicles
        4.5 Diesel Oxidation Catalysts Targeted for PM and HC Reduction
        4.6 DPF with SCR Catalysts Improve NOx Reduction
        4.7 Engineered NOx Adsorption Systems for Oxygen-rich Exhaust
        4.8 GPFs in GDI Powered Vehicles Passively Enhance NOx Control

 5. 5.0 Emerging Technologies for NOx Reduction and Control Technologies

     
    5.0 Emerging Technologies for NOx Reduction and Control Technologies
        5.1 Development in Reducing Light-off Time in Catalytic Converter
        5.2 Rapid Catalyst Heating Using Energy from Recuperation Engine
        5.3 Electromechanically Actuated Internal Exhaust Gas Recirculation
        5.4 Advanced CLD Fast Emission Analyser Improves Response Time
        5.5 Cooled EGR System for Gasoline Engines Reduce NOx and Improve Fuel Economy
        5.6 Novel Catalysts Using Spinel Technology for Natural Gas Powered Vehicles
        5.7 Turbocharged Gasoline Alcohol Engine A Cheaper Alternative to Clean Diesel Engines
        5.8 On-board Catalytic Reforming EGR Improves Fuel Efficiency
        5.9 Advanced Sensor Enabled Engine Control in HCCI Engines

 6. 6.0 Patent Landscape Analysis

     
    6.0 Patent Landscape Analysis
        6.1 Spikes in Patent Filing Activity Driven by New Emission Standards
        6.2 Engine Controls Experienced Exponential Growth in Patent Filings
        6.3 SCR Dominates Patent Landscape as GPF Gains Momentum

 7. 7.0 Analyst Viewpoint

     
    7.0 Analyst Viewpoint
        7.1 Policy Makers Push for Real World NOx Emission Control
        7.2 Hybridization and Advanced Combustion Control are Key Trends

 8. 8.0 Key Contacts

     
    8.0 Key Contacts
        8.1 Key Contacts
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