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In electrical and safety engineering, hazardous locations (HazLoc, pronounced haz·lōk) are places where fire or explosion hazards may exist. Sources of such hazards include gases, vapors, dust, fibers, and flyings, which are combustible or flammable. Electrical equipment installed in such locations can provide an ignition source, due to ...
An operating temperature is the allowable temperature range of the local ambient environment at which an electrical or mechanical device operates. The device will operate effectively within a specified temperature range which varies based on the device function and application context, and ranges from the minimum operating temperature to the maximum operating temperature (or peak operating ...
Cut-away view turbocharger (turbine section on the left, compressor section on the right) In an internal combustion engine, a turbocharger (also known as a turbo or a turbosupercharger) is a forced induction device that is powered by the flow of exhaust gases. It uses this energy to compress the intake air, forcing more air into the engine in ...
The European Standard EN 62262 — the equivalent of international standard IEC 62262 (2002) — relates to IK (impact protection) ratings. [1] This is an international numeric classification for the degrees of protection provided by enclosures for electrical equipment against external mechanical impacts. It provides a means of specifying the ...
Digifant is an Engine Management System operated by an Engine Control Unit that actuates outputs, such as fuel injection and ignition systems, using information derived from sensor inputs, such as engine speed, exhaust oxygen and intake air flow. [1] Digifant was designed by Volkswagen Group, in cooperation with Robert Bosch GmbH .
Volvo V40 (2012–2019) For the original Volvo V40 sold from 1995 until 2004, see Volvo V40 (1995–2004). The Volvo V40 is a small family car ( C-segment in Europe) manufactured and marketed by Volvo Cars from 2012 to 2019. [1] It was unveiled at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, and was on sale in Europe between 2012 and 2019.
It is the least CO 2-emitting gasoline powered car (the Ford and the Polo/Ibiza run on diesel). Awards 2007–2009 model year Toyota Prius Touring (US) 2004 Motor Trend Car of the Year. 2004 Car and Driver magazine's Ten Best list. [citation needed] 2004 North American Car of the Year award. 2004 International Engine of the Year 2004.
Near the end of production, a top of the range Caravelle 2.6i known as the "Exclusiv" incorporated two rear-facing seats in place of the centre bench seat, a fridge and a folding table in the back of the vehicle and Carat 2 alloy wheels. A Microbus 2.6i with similar features, but with Rhein alloy wheels were known as the "Activ".