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EPSRC Reference: EP/I035498/1
Title: The Effects of Multiple Spark Discharges and Future Fuels during Hybrid SI-CAI Combustion
Principal Investigator: Cairns, Professor A
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BP
Department: Sch of Engineering and Design
Organisation: Brunel University London
Scheme: First Grant - Revised 2009
Starts: 01 October 2011 Ends: 31 December 2012 Value (£): 99,643
EPSRC Research Topic Classifications:
Combustion
EPSRC Industrial Sector Classifications:
Energy
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Panel DatePanel NameOutcome
08 Jun 2011 Process Environment & Sustainability Announced
Summary on Grant Application Form
This study is aimed at understanding the effects of multiple spark discharges on spark-assisted Controlled Auto Ignition when used together with future renewable fuels. The general aim of the work is to overcome some of the control issues of CAI and potentially further widen the CAI operating map so as to allow practical use on future automotive spark ignition engines (used either alone or within an electric hybrid powertrain). The project will involve fundamental study of such combustion modes in both optical and thermal research engines using combinations of gasoline, hydrogen, ethanol and butanol fuels.
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