Large-Scale Monitoring of Automobile Exhaust Particulates; Methods and Costs.
Abstract
The hypothetical problem addressed is annual monitoring of 150 million cars for exhaust particlates. Four topics are reviewed concerning the particulates: Total mass expressed in grams per mile; Particle size distribution; Elemental analysis; State of chemical combination. At present the only specification is in grams per mile but consideration is being given to particle size and to elemental analysis of known harmful constituents. Since manufacturers will not be told how to meet the specifications, a wide variety of emission control systems may be expected and along with them a wide variety of particulate compositions. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1971
- Accession Number
- AD0738801
Entities
People
- D. J. Nagel
- J. V. Gilfrich
- L. S. Birks
Organizations
- United States Naval Research Laboratory