The Particle Measurement Programme informal group was established to develop a more sensitive particle measurement system than the long-standing particulate matter mass measurement system. This phase concluded with the adoption into UN Regulations 83 (light duty emissions) and 49 (heavy duty emissions) of the particle number (PN) counting method, together with enhancements to the particulate mass (PM) measurement procedure. Initially the PN protocol was applied for diesel engines/vehicles only in R83.06 and [R49.0x] and subsequently has been extended to cover to spark ignition direct injection engined vehicles R83.06 (draft).
The European Union (EU) has requested further investigation of particle number emissions from spark ignition engines relating to particle size (reduction of the d50 cut off specification) and to emissions under rich operation conditions. Further activities to adapt the procedures/measurement equipment and establish appropriate limit values may be necessary based on the results of these investigations.
The PMP group expects to complete its current mission by June 2016. However, the group’s mandate could be extended in order to transpose the developed procedures into emissions-related global technical regulations, including the upcoming GTR on light vehicle emissions (WLTP).
Moreover, concerns over additional sources of particulates, such as tire and brake wear, have been raised and may require measurement procedures as well. The PMP group is developing GTR provisions for brake wear. Foundational documents can be found here.
| Draft agenda for the 38th PMP informal group session |
| Reference Number: PMP-38-01 |
| Meeting Sessions: 38th PMP session (13 Jan 2016) |
| Document date: 12 Jan 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions and WP.29 Discussion Topic | Particle Measurement Programme |
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| Audio-web connection details for the 38th PMP informal group session |
| Reference Number: PMP-38-02 |
| Meeting Sessions: 38th PMP session (13 Jan 2016) |
| Document date: 12 Jan 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Particle Measurement Programme, WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions, and GTR No. 15 | Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicle Emissions Test Procedure |
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| PMP informal group overview of non-exhaust emissions work |
| Reference Number: PMP-38-04 |
| Submitted by: EC |
| Meeting Sessions: 38th PMP session (13 Jan 2016) |
| Document date: 12 Jan 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions |
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| Exhaust emissions presentation |
| Reference Number: PMP-38-03 |
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Review of WP.29 and PMP exhaust emissions activities for the PMP informal group session. |
| Submitted by: EC |
| Meeting Sessions: 38th PMP session (13 Jan 2016) |
| Document date: 12 Jan 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Particle Measurement Programme |
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| Draft agenda for the 39th PMP informal group session |
| Reference Number: PMP-39-01 |
| Meeting Sessions: 39th PMP session (9-10 Mar 2016) |
| Document date: 03 Mar 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions and WP.29 Discussion Topic | Particle Measurement Programme |
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| Non-exhaust emissions: Driving conditions summary report |
| Reference Number: PMP-39-02 |
| Submitted by: JRC |
| Meeting Sessions: 39th PMP session (9-10 Mar 2016) |
| Document date: 03 Mar 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions |
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| PMP informal group session 39 EU international access telephone numbers |
| No reference number |
| Meeting Sessions: 39th PMP session (9-10 Mar 2016) |
| Document date: 03 Mar 16 |
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| PMP informal group session 39 audio-web conference information |
| No reference number |
| Meeting Sessions: 39th PMP session (9-10 Mar 2016) |
| Document date: 03 Mar 16 |
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| Non-exhaust emissions status report |
| Reference Number: PMP-39-03 |
| Meeting Sessions: 39th PMP session (9-10 Mar 2016) |
| Document date: 07 Mar 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions |
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| Typical Driving Patterns Relevant to Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions |
| Reference Number: PMP-39-04 |
| Submitted by: JRC |
| Meeting Sessions: 39th PMP session (9-10 Mar 2016) |
| Document date: 09 Mar 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions |
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| Development of metrological standards for traceable particle number measurements of automotive exhaust emissions |
| Reference Number: PMP-39-05 |
| Submitted by: PTB |
| Meeting Sessions: 39th PMP session (9-10 Mar 2016) |
| Document date: 09 Mar 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Particle Measurement Programme |
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| LowBraSys overview |
| Reference Number: PMP-39-06 |
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Overview of the LowBraSys research project concerning “low environmental impact brake system” development. |
| Submitted by: Brembo |
| Meeting Sessions: 39th PMP session (9-10 Mar 2016) |
| Document date: 10 Mar 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions |
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| Presentation on REBRAKE brake particle bench testing project |
| Reference Number: PMP-39-07 |
| Submitted by: Brembo |
| Meeting Sessions: 39th PMP session (9-10 Mar 2016) |
| Document date: 10 Mar 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions |
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| Brake wear and dust: Comparison of test procedures |
| Reference Number: PMP-39-08 |
| Submitted by: Ford |
| Meeting Sessions: 39th PMP session (9-10 Mar 2016) |
| Document date: 09 Mar 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions |
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| Non-exhaust emissions contribution to PM of European cities |
| Reference Number: PMP-39-09 |
| Submitted by: AIRUSE and CSIC |
| Meeting Sessions: 39th PMP session (9-10 Mar 2016) |
| Document date: 09 Mar 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions |
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| Non-exhaust emissions: Exchange of information final draft |
| Reference Number: PMP-39-10 |
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Final draft paper under PMP informal group non-exhaust emissions Working Item 3: Networking and exchange of information with experts in the field of non-exhaust traffic related particle emissions. |
| Meeting Sessions: 39th PMP session (9-10 Mar 2016) |
| Document date: 09 Mar 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions |
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| Non-exhaust contributions to PM levels in 5 EU cities |
| Reference Number: PMP-39-11 |
| Submitted by: AIRUSE and CSIC |
| Meeting Sessions: 39th PMP session (9-10 Mar 2016) |
| Document date: 10 Mar 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions |
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| Proposal for PMP NEPE terms of reference |
| Reference Number: PMP-40-01 |
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Revision 3 of the draft proposal for incorporating non-exhaust emissions (e.g., brake, tire wear) into the PMP group mandate. |
| Meeting Sessions: 40th PMP session (27 Apr 2016) |
| Document date: 27 Apr 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions |
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| Draft status report on PMP non-exhaust emissions work |
| Reference Number: PMP-40-02 |
| Submitted by: JRC |
| Meeting Sessions: 40th PMP session (27 Apr 2016) |
| Document date: 27 Apr 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions |
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| Non-exhaust particle emissions status report-March 2016 |
| Reference Number: PMP-39-12 |
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Review of the research and conclusions from the study of brake and tyre wear particles. The presentation suggests that at least two methods exist for the measurement of brake wear particles that could be used to establish a harmonized test cycle for use across different markets. Tyre wear presents challenges in distinguishing tyre particles from road particles. The group may inform GRPE that the possibility of a uniform brake wear test cycle exists should the Contracting Parties wish to pursue this. |
| Meeting Sessions: 39th PMP session (9-10 Mar 2016) |
| Document date: 17 May 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions |
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| Registration and logistical information for the 41st PMP informal group session |
| No reference number |
| Meeting Sessions: 41st PMP session (12-13 Oct 2016) |
| Document date: 24 Aug 16 |
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| Revised Terms of Reference for the PMP informal group (31 May 2016) |
| No reference number |
| Meeting Sessions: 41st PMP session (12-13 Oct 2016) |
| Document date: 31 May 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions and WP.29 Discussion Topic | Particle Measurement Programme |
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| Progress report of the PMP informal group to the June 2016 GRPE session |
| Reference Number: PMP-41-13 |
| Submitted by: JRC |
| Meeting Sessions: 41st PMP session (12-13 Oct 2016) |
| Document date: 13 Oct 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions and WP.29 Discussion Topic | Particle Measurement Programme |
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| Development of a Test Cycle for the Investigation of Brake Wear Particles |
| Reference Number: PMP-41-12 |
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Presentation on WLTP database analysis and comparison with existing industrial cycles. |
| Submitted by: JRC |
| Meeting Sessions: 41st PMP session (12-13 Oct 2016) |
| Document date: 13 Oct 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions |
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| Brake particle emissions: ISO Test Variability Task Force on Brake Performance Testing |
| Reference Number: PMP-41-11 |
| Submitted by: LINK |
| Meeting Sessions: 41st PMP session (12-13 Oct 2016) |
| Document date: 13 Oct 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions |
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| Overview of JRC exhaust emissions activities related to particle measurement |
| Reference Number: PMP-41-10 |
| Submitted by: JRC |
| Meeting Sessions: 41st PMP session (12-13 Oct 2016) |
| Document date: 12 Oct 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Particle Measurement Programme |
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| SUREAL 23: Understanding, Measuring and Regulating Sub-23 nm Particle Emissions from Direct Injection Engines Including Real Driving Conditions |
| Reference Number: PMP-41-09 |
| Submitted by: APTL |
| Meeting Sessions: 41st PMP session (12-13 Oct 2016) |
| Document date: 12 Oct 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Particle Measurement Programme |
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| PEMS4nano project overview |
| Reference Number: PMP-41-08 |
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Presentation on the Horizon 2020 collaborative project to develop tools and test procedures for automotive exhaust portable nano-particle measurement. |
| Submitted by: Horiba |
| Meeting Sessions: 41st PMP session (12-13 Oct 2016) |
| Document date: 12 Oct 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Particle Measurement Programme |
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| Down to Ten: Measuring automotive exhaust particles down to 10 nanometres - Project Overview |
| Reference Number: PMP-41-07 |
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Presentation on the EU Horizon 2020 collaborative research project. |
| Submitted by: EC and JRC |
| Meeting Sessions: 41st PMP session (12-13 Oct 2016) |
| Document date: 12 Oct 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Particle Measurement Programme |
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| PMP CPC Round Robin: Additional Evaluations at AVL |
| Reference Number: PMP-41-06 |
| Submitted by: AVL |
| Meeting Sessions: 41st PMP session (12-13 Oct 2016) |
| Document date: 12 Oct 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Particle Measurement Programme |
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| Inter-Laboratory Comparison Exercise: CPC Calbiration-Calibration of Aerosols and Laboratory Set-ups: Intermediate Status Report |
| Reference Number: PMP-41-05 |
| Submitted by: BMW |
| Meeting Sessions: 41st PMP session (12-13 Oct 2016) |
| Document date: 12 Oct 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Particle Measurement Programme |
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| Particle number callibration issues |
| Reference Number: PMP-41-04 |
| Submitted by: VW |
| Meeting Sessions: 41st PMP session (12-13 Oct 2016) |
| Document date: 12 Oct 16 |
| Relevant to: GTR No. 15 | Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicle Emissions Test Procedure and WP.29 Discussion Topic | Particle Measurement Programme |
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| PMP progress report for the 73rd GRPE session (20 June 2016) |
| Reference Number: PMP-41-03 |
| Submitted by: JRC |
| Meeting Sessions: 41st PMP session (12-13 Oct 2016) |
| Document date: 11 Oct 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Non-Exhaust Particle Emissions and WP.29 Discussion Topic | Particle Measurement Programme |
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| Status of PMP exhaust emissions activities |
| Reference Number: PMP-41-02/Rev.1 |
| Submitted by: JRC |
| Meeting Sessions: 41st PMP session (12-13 Oct 2016) |
| Document date: 12 Oct 16 |
| Relevant to: WP.29 Discussion Topic | Particle Measurement Programme |
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| Draft agenda for the 41st PMP informal group session |
| Reference Number: PMP-41-01 |
| Meeting Sessions: 41st PMP session (12-13 Oct 2016) |
| Document date: 11 Oct 16 |
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| EC JRC audio-web dial-in instructions |
| No reference number |
| Meeting Sessions: 41st PMP session (12-13 Oct 2016) |
| Document date: 11 Oct 16 |
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| EU international access telephone numbers for the 41st PMP session |
| No reference number |
| Meeting Sessions: 41st PMP session (12-13 Oct 2016) |
| Document date: 11 Oct 16 |
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