Cummins shows an array of empowering new technology at Hannover
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Cummins brought a feast of technology to the IAA Transportation event in Hannover, Germany.
Alongside the Euro-7 ready X10 and X15H hydrogen internal combustion engines (H2ICE) Cummins showed an integrated drivetrain concept featuring advanced diesel, diesel-hybrid and hydrogen engines from the fuel-agnostic Cummins HELM™ platforms.
There was also a modular 300 kW hydrogen fuel cell engine, compact high-power eAxles, next-generation batteries and efficient traction systems from Accelera by Cummins.
With more stringent European emissions standards on the near horizon, the integrated drivetrain proved particularly popular with visitors to the flagship show.
Cummins Chair and CEO Jennifer Rumsey emphasised Cummins’ commitment to delivering a diverse portfolio of power solutions as part of the company’s Destination Zero strategy to drive forward industry decarbonisation.
“Our customers are running real businesses, and our products are helping them do the difficult work needed to power economies, move goods around the world and provide good jobs for people in our communities,” she told IAA delegates.
“And as we move closer to these new, stricter vehicle-level standards, power technology decisions are becoming tougher and more complex.”
Cummins HELM™ platforms feature a series of engine versions derived from a common base.
Below the head gasket of each engine are largely similar components and above the head gasket will have different components for different fuel types – either advanced diesel, natural gas or zero-carbon hydrogen. Each engine version will operate using a different, single fuel.
The X10 engine, with ratings from 240-335 kW (320 – 450 hp), extends Cummins’ heavy-duty performance down to a 10-litre displacement, while meeting Euro 7’s stringent ultra-low emissions standards.
With peak torque of 2300 Nm, the X10 delivers exceptional engine response and vehicle driveability, setting a new benchmark for heavy-duty performance in 26-44 tonne truck applications.
Cummins’ drivetrain display also featured H2-ICE technology from its X15H – part of the company’s 15-litre platform.
With power ratings from 298-395 kW (400-530 hp) and peak torque of 2600 Nm, the X15H offers an operating range comparable to current diesel engines, ideal for heavier-duty or longer-range applications.
The X15H, which is slated for production by the end of the decade, was displayed at Hannover alongside Cummins’ production-ready 700-bar hydrogen fuel delivery system, with Type IV on-vehicle storage vessels from its NPROXX joint venture with ETC.
Jennifer Rumsey said Cummins had allocated a company record $1.4 billion to research and development in 2023, with $250 million of this spent in Europe alone.
The investment has enabled greenhouse gas reductions through improvements in fuel economy performance of diesel and natural gas powertrains, as well as development of H2-ICE solutions and battery electric, fuel cell electric and hydrogen production technologies.
She said: “CO2 regulations will not be met with a single solution. We know our customers need optionality, and Cummins and Accelera have all the components in our portfolio to provide a solution, either in part or as a full powertrain, based on our customers’ needs.”
Cummins also displayed its e-turbocharger, e-compressor, hydrogen recirculation pump, fuel cell injector and fuel cell ejector. These components aim to improve fuel cell efficiency, reduce noise and enhance reliability.
Along with the physical products, Cummins presented a virtual interactive display featuring valvetrain technologies, turbochargers, aftertreatments, dosers and axles.
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