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Exhaust particle size distributions measured by ELPI (color map) and particle concentration measured by CPC (white line) during individual engine braking conditions (speed change from 32 km/h to 0 km/h). The exhaust sample was taken from the exhaust manifold. The exhaust sample was taken from the exhaust manifold.
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the Worldwide harmonized Lightvehicles Test Procedures (WLTP). when measuring the same vehicle on the WLTP. Moreover, any electric boosting using energy recuperated, rather than lost in friction from the brakes, not only reduces CO 2 and NO x emissions, but can also have a positive impact on vehicle performance and drivability.
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