Modeling Engine Spray and Combustion Processes

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

"In this volume, the author covers the various approaches to modeling in-cylinder processes, such as mixture formation, combustion, and formation of exhaust emissions in diesel and gasoline engines. Due to their complexity, emphasis is put on multidimensional spray, combustion, and emission formation models. However, phenomenological and zero-dimensional thermodynamic models, which are still widely used in engine development, are addressed as well. Example calculations of each model type are compared with corresponding experimental data in order to discuss the capabilities of today’s simulation models, as well as shortcomings that still exist. There is an overview of the most important simulation models describing the in-cylinder processes of internal combustion engines. In addition, suggestions are made about which modeling approach is appropriate for a specific type of problem."