Engineering fundamentals of the internal combustion engine /
This applied thermoscience book covers the basic principles and applications of various types of internal combustion engines. Explores the fundamentals of most types of internal combustion engines with a major emphasis on reciprocating engines. Covers both spark ignition and compression ignition eng...
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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Upper Saddle River, N.J. :
Pearson Prentice Hall,
[2004]
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| Edition: | 2nd ed. |
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| Summary: | This applied thermoscience book covers the basic principles and applications of various types of internal combustion engines. Explores the fundamentals of most types of internal combustion engines with a major emphasis on reciprocating engines. Covers both spark ignition and compression ignition engines as well as those operating on four-stroke cycles and on two-stroke cycles ranging in size from small model airplane engines to the larger stationary engines. Examines recent advancements, such as, Miller cycle analysis, lean burn engines, 2-stroke cycle automobile engines, variable valve timing, and thermal storage. |
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| Physical Description: | xxiii, 478 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 448-459) and index. |
| ISBN: | 0131405705 9780131405707 |