Low-speed pre-ignition in gasoline, turbo-charged, direct injection engines: An analysis of engine testing data

Andrew Harvey, Guillaume Desercey, Morgan Heikal, Steven Begg, Richard Osborne

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Abstract

A review of an extensive set of engine testing data was conducted in order to study low-speed, pre-ignition (LSPI) phenomena observed in turbo-charged, direct injection gasoline engines. A wide range of engine makes and sizes were tested by Ricardo Ltd. Analysis of the test results, further in-house experiments and inferences drawn from the wider literature, were used to estimate the impact of a range of variables upon LSPI. A table of weighted variables was developed in order to determine the conditions required to initiate LSPI on the engine testbed. This has led to shorter test times during durability testing as well as a better understanding of the mechanisms behind LSPI. Some challenges faced when trying to accurately and consistently measure this phenomenon are outlined. Finally, a method to identify LSPI is proposed along with recommendations for suitable control responses to LSPI events encountered in a vehicle application.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication6th International Conference on Production, Energy and Reliability 2018
Subtitle of host publicationWorld Engineering Science and Technology Congress, ESTCON 2018
PublisherAmerican Institute of Physics Inc.
Volume2035
ISBN (Electronic)9780735417618
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 13 Nov 2018
Event6th International Conference on Production, Energy and Reliability, ICPER 2018 - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Duration: 13 Aug 201814 Aug 2018

Conference

Conference6th International Conference on Production, Energy and Reliability, ICPER 2018
Country/TerritoryMalaysia
CityKuala Lumpur
Period13/08/1814/08/18

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