Introduction to Internal Combustion Engines

Richard Stone

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0333740130 ISBN 13: 9780333740132

Publisher: Palgrave HE UK, 1999

Introduction to Internal Combustion Engines, now in its third edition, remains the most comprehensive text for undergraduate students of mechanical or automotive engineering, as well as those taking specialist subjects.

With the addition of new material including fuel chemistry, additive performance and variable geometry turbocharging, the book fulfils the requirements of students and professionals needing a concise introduction to internal combustion engines. It is an indispensable guide to a subject which draws on many areas of engineering: thermodynamics and combustion, fluid mechanics and heat transfer mechanics, stress analysis, materials science, electronics and engineering.

- Containing many new problems as well as a separate Solutions Manual.
- A substantial new Appendix of thermodynamic tables for combustion calculations.
- Additional sections covering new spark ignition technologies, diesel common rail fuel injection equipment and emissions reduction technology.
- New case study based on the Rover K series engine.

Synopsis:

Introduction to Internal Combustion Engines, now in its third edition, remains the most comprehensive text for students beginning thermodynamics courses, as well as those taking specialist subjects. With the addition of new material including fuel chemistry, additive performance and variable geometry turbocharging, the book provides an indispensable introduction to students and professionals needing to familiarise themselves with internal combustion engines.

About the Author:

RICHARD STONE is a lecturer in the Department of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford.