The effect of fuel formulation on the exhaust emissions of spark ignition engines
Date
2006-03
Authors
Bell, Arthur
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Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch
Abstract
The research described in this dissertation examined the effects that fuel formulation can have on the regulated
exhaust emissions produced by spark ignition engines in a South African context. Typical South African engine
technology, and fuels representative of available fuels were investigated. To broaden the scope and provide
information on as many fuel parameters as possible, fuel formulations other than typical retail fuels were also
investigated. In order to gain insight into the mechanisms taking place, combustion analysis was performed on
measured cylinder pressure traces
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Thesis (PhD (Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering))--University of Stellenbosch, 2006.
Keywords
Automobiles -- Motors -- Exhaust gas, Automobiles -- Fuel systems, Dissertations -- Mechanical engineering, Theses -- Mechanical engineering