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Diesel engine reference book

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In this paper, the authors present a theoretical analysis of Compression Inlet and exhaust systems, and their effect on the performance of a dual-fuel engine and its application in a variety of vehicles.
Abstract
Part one - Theory Compression ignition engines Turbocharging Compound Engines Fuels Thermal loading. Part two - Modelling & Control Thermodynamics mathematical modelling Modern control. Part three - Engine Design Inlet & exhaust systems Balancing torsional vibration General design Fuel injection systems Bearings Pistons Governors Starting Gear Heat Exchangers Air cooling Crankcase explosions. Part four - Lubrication. Part five - Environmental factors Exhaust Smoke Exhaust emissions Automotive engine noise Large engine noise and vibration. Part six - Applications Passenger cars Trucks & buses Locomotives Turbocharged dual-fuel engines Marine high speed engines Marine low speed engines. Part seven - Testing and monitoring Engine test procedures Condition Monitoring. List of units and conversion tables. Index.

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