An introduction to engine testing and development /

With useful information for graduate students, new test technicians, and established engineers, this book explains the test process - from setting up a dynamometer test facility to testing for performance and durability. Combustion analysis and emissions, and new test trends are also covered.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Atkins, Richard D., 1940-
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Warrendale, Pa. (400 Commonwealth Dr., Wallendale PA USA) : Society of Automotive Engineers, ©2009.
Series:Society of Automotive Engineers. Electronic publications.
Subjects:
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Table of Contents:
  • The Test Facility and Methods of Measuring Engine Power
  • In-Cell Services
  • Instrumentation: Temperature, Pressure, Flow, and Calibration
  • An Introduction to Mr. Diesel and His Engines
  • Engine Tests Used Within the Automotive Testing Industry
  • Spark Plugs
  • Exhaust Gas Emissions and Analysis
  • Combustion Analysis
  • Turbochargers
  • Fitting Operations Within the Test Cell Best Practices
  • The Basic Internal Combustion Engine
  • Quality Standards for Engine Testing
  • Base Calculations.