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4501ICBTAE-APR-PAR
4501ICBTAE-JAN-PAR
4501ICBTAE-SEP_NS-PAR
Aims
This unit recalls the thermodynamic laws related to the operation of an engine and it will provide learners an introduction of internal combustion engines, its functionality, different types of engine configurations and the features of engines. The unit will also provide hands on skills of engines through a series of workshop exercises. The unit introduces the concepts of engine power, torque, efficiency and the unit aims to provide knowledge on enhancing engine performance and efficiency through technical advancements such as intercoolers, turbo chargers etc. In addition, the unit integrates the other systems such as exhaust systems, cooling systems, fuel control systems and lubrication
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:Recall of laws of thermodynamics and mechanics heat transfer in relation to internal combustion (IC) engines
Different types of reciprocating internal combustion engines (inline, V, radial etc), typical design features, components and performance characteristics.
Design features and characteristics of internal systems of power and motion transmission (use of crank, cam, wheels, belts, connecting rods etc.)
Power cycles of internal combustion engines using ideal gas cycles, air cycles, and fuel-air cycles, power and thermal efficiency of IC engines.
Firing process of an engine and power boosting through turbo charging, intercooling etc.
Thermal loading of engine components and design of cooling systems.
Mechanisms of combustion in SI-engines and CI-engines and fuel quality requirements of SI- and CI-engines.
Exhaust systems, emissions and explain the mechanisms of emission formation and emission control with standards.
Crank mechanism and inertia forces and moments in single- and multi-cylinder engines, balancing of inertia forces, use of flywheels etc.
Dynamic forces in the crank mechanism and compute the angular speed variation of the crank shaft.
Engine friction, wear and lubrication
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