INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES

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This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts required for the design and analysis of spark-ignition(SI) and compression-ignition (CI) internal combustion engines. Important design and operating parameters will be covered, such as compression ratio, fuel-air ratio, volumetric efficiency, ignition, and injection timing, mean effective pressure, and specific fuel consumption, as well as their effect on engine performance characteristics. The dynamics of the reciprocating motion of the piston/connecting rod/crankshaft will be analyzed, as well as the thermochemistry of combustion, fuel delivery, and gas exchange processes, with an emphasis on thermodynamic cycle simulation. This course will also discuss subsystems such as air and fuel delivery systems, cooling and lubrication systems, and exhaust system. (3 credits)