Aim and Objective
Aim and Objective
Aim and Objective
Aim: To explore the Bharat Emission Norms, a set of standards aimed at • Bharat Emission Standards are regulations implemented by the Indian government
reducing vehicular emissions in India, and understand the transition from to control pollutants emitted by vehicles. Modeled after European standards, these
BS-IV to BS-VI norms. norms have evolved over time to reduce vehicular emissions and curb air pollution.
The standards are categorized by stages, known as BS (Bharat Stage) norms, with
Objectives: BS-I as the earliest.
• Research the evolution and purpose of Bharat Emission Standards.
• BS-IV was implemented nationwide in 2017, marking a significant step in
• Compare the technical and regulatory differences between BS-IV and
emissions reduction. However, with rising air pollution, BS-VI norms were
BS-VI norms.
introduced in 2020, skipping BS-V to align with global standards. BS-VI norms
• Create a chart showing the specific technical improvements introduced in
are stricter, requiring vehicles to meet advanced emission control standards for
BS-VI vehicles, such as advanced emission control technologies. particulate matter (PM), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and hydrocarbons, bringing India
• Raise awareness of the environmental impact and importance of stricter closer to European emission levels.
emission norms in reducing air pollution and promoting sustainable
mobility.
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• BS-IV Norms:
• Bharat Emission Norms are a set of regulations governing the permissible
• Allowed sulfur content in diesel and petrol: 50 ppm (parts per million).
limits for air pollutants released by vehicles. These norms aim to reduce • NOx emissions limit for diesel engines: 250 mg/km.PM limits for diesel
emissions of pollutants like nitrogen oxides (NOx), particulate matter engines were higher compared to BS-VI.
(PM), carbon monoxide (CO), and hydrocarbons (HC). • Limited control over real-time emissions and onboard diagnostics.
• The evolution of Bharat norms has led to increasingly stringent standards: • BS-VI Norms:
• Reduced sulfur content to 10 ppm in fuels, essential for advanced emission
• BS-I to BS-III: Initial phases focused on reducing basic pollutants. controls.
• NOx emissions for diesel engines reduced by approximately 68% (from 250
• BS-IV: Introduced nationwide in 2017 with limitations on sulfur
mg/km to 80 mg/km).
content in fuel and reduction of NOx and PM. • Introduction of Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) and Selective Catalytic
• BS-VI: Implemented in 2020, introducing substantial reductions in Reduction (SCR) for better emission control.
pollutants, aligning India’s emission standards with Euro 6 standards, • Onboard Diagnostics (OBD): BS-VI vehicles include real-time emissions
skipping BS-V altogether for a faster transition. monitoring through OBD, allowing better control over pollutants.
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• Create a comparative chart highlighting key differences between BS-IV Emission Basic catalytic
Advanced DPF and SCR systems
and BS-VI norms. Control converters
Onboard
• Understand emission control technologies like DPF and SCR to explain Basic OBD Real-time monitoring with OBD-II
Diagnostics
how BS-VI standards achieve lower emissions.
Fuel Efficiency Standard Improved due to efficient combustion
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Skills Acquired:-
Project Outcomes:
• Research Skills: Ability to collect and analyze regulatory information from
technical resources.
• In-depth understanding of the differences between BS-IV and BS-VI
• Analytical Skills: Comparing and critically evaluating technical improvements norms.
between two standards. • Familiarity with emission control technologies such as DPF, SCR, and
OBD-II.
• Technical Knowledge: Gained an understanding of emission control technologies
• Creation of a comparative chart showcasing technical improvements in
and their importance.
BS-VI.
• Environmental Awareness: Awareness of how emissions regulations benefit society • Enhanced research and presentation skills through the preparation and
and the planet. delivery of findings.
• Raised awareness of environmental and regulatory issues in the
• Presentation Skills: Presenting complex information clearly, demonstrating
automotive industry.
understanding of environmental regulations in automotive engineering.
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