The development trends of fuel tanks with pumps are as follows:
Materials and Manufacturing
- Use of Advanced Materials1: There is a growing trend to use advanced plastics and polymer composites like high - density polyethylene in fuel tank production. These materials make the tank lighter, contributing to improved fuel efficiency, and are corrosion - resistant.
- Modular Integration1: Fuel tanks are increasingly integrating modular systems, including built - in fuel pumps, level sensors, and filtration units. This integration saves space, reduces installation complexity, and enhances the reliability and efficiency of the fuel system.
Environmental Protection and Safety
- Meeting Stringent Emission Standards3: To comply with strict environmental regulations, fuel tanks are being designed with features like vapor recovery systems and internal baffles to reduce evaporative emissions and fuel sloshing.
- Improved Safety Technology3: Self - sealing fuel tanks are emerging. They can automatically close punctures caused by minor collisions or debris, minimizing fuel leakage and fire risks.
System Intelligence
- Integration with ADAS3: Modern fuel tanks are equipped with sensors to monitor fuel level, temperature, and pressure. This data is integrated with advanced driver - assistance systems (ADAS) to provide features like range estimation and refueling alerts, enhancing driver convenience and safety.
Adaptation to New Energy Vehicles3
- Auxiliary Fuel Tanks for Hybrids: With the development of electric and hybrid vehicles, although pure electric vehicles do not need fuel tanks, hybrid vehicles still require them. Some hybrids may incorporate small auxiliary fuel tanks to extend their driving range.
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Special Tanks for Hydrogen and CNG Vehicles: Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles store hydrogen gas in high - pressure tanks, and compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles need specially designed high - pressure tanks to accommodate the compressed gaseous fuel.