Characterization of transient plasma ignition flame kernel growth for varying inlet conditions

Approved for public release, distribution unlimited === Pulse detonation engines (PDEs) have the potential to significantly improve the efficiency of a variety of internal combustion engine designs. This efficiency improvement hinges on the ability of the engine to detonate fuel/air mixture through...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Hawkes, Neil C.
Other Authors: Brophy, Christopher M.
Published: Monterey, California. Naval Postgraduate School 2012
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/10945/4427