Through in its presentation, this essential resource illustrates the latest level of knowledge in engine development, paying particular attention to the presentation of theory and practice in a balanced ratio. Almost 950 pages in length - with 1,250 illustrations and nearly 700 bibliographical references - the Internal Combustion Engine Handbook covers all of this component's complexities, including an insightful look into the internal combustion engine's future viability.
Foreword
Chapter, Articles, and Authors
Chapter 1 : Historical Review
Chapter 2 : Definition and Classification of Reciprocating Piston Engines
Chapter 3 : Characteristics
Chapter 4 : Maps
Chapter 5 : Thermodynamic Fundamentals
Chapter 6 : Crank Gears
Chapter 7 : Engine Components
Chapter 8 : Lubrication
Chapter 9 : Friction
Chapter 10 : Charge Cycle
Chapter 11 : Supercharging of Internal Combustion Engine
Chapter 12 : Mixture Formation and Related Systems
Chapter 13 : Ignition
Chapter 14 : Combustion
Chapter 15 : Combustion Systems
Chapter 16 : Electronics and Mechanics for Engine Management and Transmission Shift Control
Chapter 17 : The Powertrain
Chapter 18 : Sensors
Chapter 19 : Actuators
Chapter 20 : Cooling of Internal Combustion Engines
Chapter 21 : Exhaust Emissions
Chapter 22 : Operating Fluids
Chapter 23 : Filtration of Operating Fluids
Chapter 24 : Calculation and Simulation
Chapter 25 : Combustion Diagnostics
Chapter 26 : Fuel Consumption
Chapter 27 : Noise Emissions
Chapter 28 : Alternative Propulsion Systems
Chapter 29 : Outlook
Index
About the Editors
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