Advanced NGV research key to market success

This paper reviews the current research for natural gas vehicles (NGV) and the progress made toward the use of this fuel. It discusses the design of engine components and the cost as compared to conventional combustion components. It discusses the prices and availability of conversion kits which are capable of converting standard gasoline-powered vehicles into NGV's. It also discusses the range of such vehicles and the problems in storage associated with NGV's. The paper provides a good, technology briefing for this type of vehicle.