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As Golden Sponsor of the upcoming ICE Conference in Capri, Italy, we’re joining a forum designed to foster the exchange of scientific and practical knowledge around vehicle technologies. ICE promotes collaboration between industry, research laboratories, and universities, creating a unique space for innovation and dialogue.

Join us in Capri and be part of the conversation shaping tomorrow’s mobility.

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Water Injection Effects on a Heavy-Duty Hydrogen Spark Ignition Engine

Abstract: Hydrogen engines have gained interest recently, as they present a promising alternative for decarbonizing heavy-duty transport, aligning with carbon neutrality regulations. This study investigates the effects of inlet manifold water injection on a heavy-duty hydrogen-fueled spark ignition single-cylinder engine, focusing on moderating abnormal hydrogen combustion and its impact on performance, thermal efficiency, and exhaust emissions. Water injection has been identified as a potential solution to mitigate the challenges associated with hydrogen combustion, such as pre-ignition and knock, by reducing the reactivity of the mixture (lowering temperature and increasing the dilution). The lower reactivity of the mixture allows running richer lambdas or higher compression ratios without spontaneous preignition, mitigating boosting requirements for full load and transient performance. Experimental results demonstrate that water injection significantly improves engine performance, thermal efficiency, and exhaust emissions. By injecting water into the intake charge, the peak combustion temperature is lowered due to its cooling and dilution effect, leading to a reduction in nitrogen oxide (NOx) exhaust emissions. This also allows a better combustion phasing, because the preignition tendency is reduced, enhancing thermal efficiency and performance. Furthermore, the study explores the possibility of increasing the compression ratio using water injection, to investigate the potential in thermal efficiency. The research highlights water injection effectiveness in controlling hydrogen combustion, allowing the possibility to operate at higher loads, with more compression ratio and less boosting requirements. This paper shows the potential of water injection as a viable strategy to act as an enabler for highly efficient SI heavy duty hydrogen engines capable of high load engine operation and low exhaust emissions, which is critical for heavy-duty applications under real-world conditions.

Alfonso Peñín, Development Engineer Hydrogen Powertrain, AVL Ibérica

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New Hybrid Powertrain architectures for European Passenger Car Market

Abstract: This study presents a comprehensive methodology for the design and optimization of hybrid electric powertrains across multiple vehicle segments and electrification levels. A full-factorial simulation framework was developed in MATLAB/Simulink, featuring a modular, physics-based vehicle model combined with a backward simulation approach and an ECMS (Equivalent Consumption Minimization Strategy)-based energy management algorithm. The objective was to evaluate three hybrid powertrain architectures, namely Series Hybrid (SH), Series-Parallel Hybrid with a single gear (SHP1), and Series-Parallel Hybrid with two gears (SHP2), across three vehicle classes (Sedan, Mid-SUV, Large-SUV), four different internal combustion engines (ICEs), and three application types (HEV, PHEV, REEV).
More than 10,000 unique configurations were simulated and filtered through a two-step performance requirements analysis. The first phase assessed individual vehicle-level performance targets, while the second phase applied combined constraints to identify only those configurations that simultaneously satisfied all criteria. Remaining candidates were then evaluated using a multi-criteria assessment framework, incorporating metrics such as component commonality, fuel and energy consumption, NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness), and cost proxies.
From an architectural perspective, SH required the highest P3 E-Machine sizing, while SHP2 allowed for the lowest sizing and most efficient overall system design. SHP1 provided a robust intermediate solution with simplified component scaling.
Final component definitions for each architecture, vehicle type, and application provide a practical reference for future hybrid powertrain development. The proposed framework enables structured trade-off analysis and supports data-driven decisions for scalable and efficient hybrid electric vehicle platforms.

Franz Leitner, Powertrain Engineering Director, AVL Italia

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Tuesday, September 23 @ 1:30 PM

Wednesday, September 24 @ 8:40 am

Collaboration: AVL and the University of California Riverside's Non-Exhaust Emissions Consortium

Booth #200

Please join our experts at booth #200 and explore AVL's latest advancements in brake testing. Discover how our testing equipment and engineering services can help you comply with current, and upcoming, brake wear emissions regulations. We are excited to share that we will also demonstrate our rooftop sampling system on a demo vehicle. Please stay tuned for details!

Technical Papers: Room Assignments to be Announced

Challenges in Quantifying Tire Wear Particle Emissions on an Outer Drum Testbed
Author: Ludwig Schubert, Research Engineer Non-Exhaust Emissions, AVL 

Brake System Homologation: A Holistic, Simulation-based Approach 
Author: Bernd Grojer, Senior Integration Engineer, Crash & Body Structure, AVL

Improving the Comparability of Brake Wear Solid Particle and Total Particle Number Emission Measurement
Author: Sampsa Martikainen, Application Engineer, AVL 

Evaluating Brake Wear Particle Sampling Efficiency in Real-Driving, Testbed, and Dynamometer Conditions
Author: Michael Peter Huber, Group Product Manager, AVL

We are proud to collaborate with Dr. Georgios Karavalakis from the University California Riverside to advance the mission of the Non-Exhaust Emissions Consortium. Together, we'll discuss the consortium's research and technologies for measuring and controlling non-exhaust emissions.

Hall #G
Booth #03

We are thrilled to announce our participation in the upcoming SEA FUTURE, the international exhibition showcasing innovative technologies in maritime, defence, and dual-use sectors within a global context. 

Visit our booth to discover AVL’s innovative solutions tailored for the marine and defense industries. Explore our exhibits and learn more about our advanced testing and simulation systems specifically designed for naval applications.

Take the chance to engage with our experts and see firsthand how AVL is shaping the future of marine technology. 

We look forward to welcoming you!

Hall #H
Booth #32

We’re excited to announce our participation in the upcoming IBS – Intelligent Building Systems in Paris. Visit our booth to discover how AVL is shaping the future of energy.

Explore the live demo of AVL ATENE™, our advanced energy management platform designed to help companies like yours optimize energy use.

Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with our experts and explore how AVL can support your journey toward smarter energy management.

Geoffrey Gerring, our expert of E-Mobility, will join the panel discussion “Automotive Sector Development: Innovations That Make a Difference”, exploring how companies reinvent vehicles to cut emissions, improve lives, and optimize resources.

Don’t miss this insightful discussion on the future of automotive innovation and be part of the transformation.

October 13, 2025
01:00 PM

Panel Discussion: Development of the Automotive Sector: Innovations that Make a Difference (Panel Discussion Language: Spanish)
Geoffrey Gerring, E-Mobility Business Development, AVL Ibérica SA

The PMH2 Hydrogen Sector Meeting offers a dynamic forum for stakeholders across the hydrogen value chain to connect, share insights, and foster collaboration, with the goal of accelerating technological development and innovation in the hydrogen sector.

Join us to explore the future of hydrogen. 

08:40 AM (TBD)

Applications of Hydrogen in Mobility, Industry,  Power Generation and Synthetic Fuels (Presentation Language: Spanish)
Geoffrey Gerring, E-Mobility Business Development, AVL Ibérica SA