《An important novel application for excimer laser》.pdf

An Important Novel Application for Excimer lasers in the Automotive industry Ludolf Herbst Lambda Physik AG, Göttingen, Germany Horst Lindner AUDI AG, Ingolstadt, Germany Tony Hoult Coherent Inc, Santa Clara, CA Presented by: Dr Tony Hoult Presented by: Dr Tony Hoult ICALEO 04, October 7th, 2004 New Auto Application for Excimers New Auto Application for Excimers Structure: Drivers for Diesel Technology Excimer Laser Texturing Why Excimer? Results Process Benefits Summary ICALEO 2004 / 2 ICALEO 2004 / 2 Transport Industry Drivers: Transport Industry Drivers: Environmental legislation demands: Improved fuel economy Reduced environmental pollution Market demands: Increased power Improved efficiency Introducing a promising development: Excimer Laser Treatment of Cylinder Liners ICALEO 2004 / 3 ICALEO 2004 / 3 Diesel Engine Technology Diesel Engine Technology Diesels used universally in: Road freight Public transport (road and rail), Marine Agricultural 35-40% of automotive market (in Europe) But 1% in US Mercedes E 320 CDI, • 370 lb-ft torque, 40 mpg, 0-60 mph in 6.6 s THE most significant contributor to fossil fuel usage in the Transport sector ICALEO 2004 / 4 ICALEO 2004 / 4 Green Diesel Technology Green Die