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SuperTrooper · 07-06-2008, 01:56 PM

Some Formula 1 engines use pneumatic actuators. Ford looked at pneumatic and magnetic actuators when designing the new Eco-Boost series of engines, but decided the technology wasn't mature enough and would be cost prohibitive.

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