Flame propagation model for the CFR engine under knocking and non-knocking conditions

Includes bibliographical references. === Engine knock is one of the factors that limit the design of spark-ignition (SI) engines. It is caused by the auto-ignition of the end-gas during combustion and can lead to severe engine damage and failure. Octane number indicates the ability of a fuel to resi...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Hsiao, Ting-Pang
Other Authors: Swarts, André
Format: Dissertation
Language:English
Published: University of Cape Town 2015
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/11427/10983