Engineering Fundamentals of the Internal Combustion Engine, 2nd edition

Published by Pearson (June 10, 2003) © 2004

  • Willard W. Pulkrabek University of Wisconsin - Platteville
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For a one-semester, undergraduate-level course in Internal Combustion Engines.

This applied thermoscience text explores the basic principles and applications of various types of internal combustion engines, with a major emphasis on reciprocating engines. It 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.


1. Introduction.
2. Operating Characteristics.
3. Engine Cycles.
4. Thermochemistry and Fuels.
5. Air and Fuel Induction.
6. Fluid Motion within Combustion Chamber.
7. Combustion.
8. Exhaust Flow.
9. Emissions and Air Pollution.
10. Heat Transfer in Engines.
11. Friction and Lubrication.
Appendix.
References.
Answers to Selected Review Problems.
Index.

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