Analysis of the Combustion Process of a Spark ignition Engine with a Variable Compression Ratio 870610
In the scope of a research program carried out jointly by Volkswagen AG Research, Wolfsburg, and FEV Motoren-technik, Aachen, an advanced engine concept has been developed on the basis of a conventional engine. This concept makes it possible to vary the compression ratio over a useful range by means of an additional chamber in the cylinder head.
Extensive investigations were carried out on an engine dynamometer in order to optimize the combustion process. The combustion process was analysed to quantify the losses incured by various engine and control parameters. This provided control criteria over the entire engine map, making it possible to adjust the compression ratio with respect to optimum efficiency and low emission levels.
Final tests performed on a VW Rabbit with a variable compression ratio engine in the ECE and FTP 72 test cycles revealed up to 12% improvement in fuel economy compared to the standard vehicle. Due to the resulting leaner operation, NOx -emissions were reduced, whereas HC emissions were increased.
Citation: Adams, W., Hinrichs, H., Pischinger, F., Adamis, P. et al., "Analysis of the Combustion Process of a Spark ignition Engine with a Variable Compression Ratio," SAE Technical Paper 870610, 1987, https://doi.org/10.4271/870610. Download Citation
Author(s):
W. H. Adams, H. G. Hinrichs, F. F. Pischinger, P. Adamis, V. Schumacher, P. Walzer
Affiliated:
LAT Aachen, Tech. University, West Germany, Volkswagen AG, Wolfsburg, West Germany
Pages: 12
Event:
SAE International Congress and Exposition
ISSN:
0148-7191
e-ISSN:
2688-3627
Also in:
SAE 1987 Transactions: Reciprocating Engines--Spark Ignition and Diesel-V96-4
Related Topics:
Variable compression ratio engines
Spark ignition engines
Combustion and combustion processes
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