International Journal of Applied Engineering Research
  • Year: 2010
  • Volume: 5
  • Issue: 7

Study and Analysis of Diesel Fuelled C.I Engine with Optimum Compression Ratio

  • Author:
  • C. Thayaparan1, N. Manoharan2, R. Subashchandrabose3, S. Muthuraman4,
  • Total Page Count: 4
  • Page Number: 1251 to 1254

1Sathyabama University, Chennai, Tamilnadu.

2Sathyabama University, Chennai, Tamilnadu.

3Udaya School of Engg. Nagercoil, Tamilnadu.

4Suncollege of Engg.&Tech, Nagercoil, Tamilnadu.

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Abstract

In order to find out optimum compression ratio experiments were carried out on a single cylinder four stroke variable compression ratio diesel engine. Tests were carried out at compression ratios of 13.2, 13.9, 14.8, 15.7, 16.9, 18.1 and 20.2. Results showed a significant improved performance and emission characteristics at a compression ratio 14.8. The compression ratios lesser than 14.8 and greater than 14.8 showed a drop in break thermal efficiency, rise in fuel consumption along with increased smoke densities.

Keywords

engine, diesel, compression, ratio, performance, smoke, density