An image-based analysis of stratified natural gas combustion in a constant volume bomb

Current stoichiometric spark-ignited engine technologies require costly catalytic converters for reductions in tailpipe emissions. Load control is achieved by using a throttle, which is a leading contributor to reductions in efficiency. Spark-ignited lean burn natural gas engines have been proven to...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Mezo, Andrew
Format: Others
Language:English
Published: University of British Columbia 2008
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/2429/2364