I was trying to get a better perspective on 2 technologies mentioned in this article:
Sorry to be dense, but I had a little trouble understanding what they wrote. What exactly is the Miller Cycle used by this engine setup? I know what the Otto Cycle and Diesel cycle are, but I've never heard of the Miller cycle. I don't understand where it's pulling the extra efficiency out of. Sounds like it's relying upon a crutch like an electric motor to take care of low-velocity, like other hybrid-electrics, but I still don't understand how it's different/better.
Nextly, I know what Lithium-ion batteries are, and I've read about supercapacitors. But I'm unsure of what Li-ion capacitors are, or how they achieve better energy density while maintaining rapid charge/discharge.
Anyone care to enlighten?