US: Heavy-duty: CSVL

US: Heavy-duty: CSVL

Overview

The Constant-Speed Variable-Load Cycle (CSVL) is a transient test developed by the US EPA for constant-speed engines. This test was a part of the US EPA Tier 4 proposal signed on April 15, 2003. However, the CSVL was not included in the final Tier 4 rule adopted in May 2004. The test has never been used for regulatory testing and has only historical significance.

Description

The cycle is an engine dynamometer schedule of total duration of about 1200 seconds. The speed and torque during the CSVL test are shown in the following chart:

 

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CSVL Cycle For Constant Speed Engines

 

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