Research trends of LPG-fueled engine system

摘要

The number of LPG-powered delivery vehicles has rapidly increased for the improvement of city environment in Japan. LPG vehicles are also very popular all over the world, especially in Europe. LPG is produced not only from the oil refinement but also from the gas refinement, and attracts public attention as a useful alternative fuel, which is also used as the post crude oil. This paper describes the present situation of LPG vehicles and the latest LPG research trends.