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A Review on Performance and Emission Characteristics of Diesel Engine Fueled With Biodiesel
Abstract: With increasing energy demands in the transport sectors and power generation together with the limited availability of fossil fuels and the adverse environmental effects causing from their use attracts a lot off researchers towards finding alternative fuels to successively substitute conventional fuels. Among the alternative fuels, biodiesel has received great attention due to their attractive characteristics of being renewable in nature. A lot of research has been done on performance …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 32–38 Read article
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Performance and Combustion Analysis of Diesel Engine Fueled with Jatropha Biodiesel—Diesel Blends Using Taguchi’s Approach
Abstract: The aim of this work is to analyze performance and combustion of the various blends of diesel fuels and jatropha biodiesel. Experiments have been carried out using a single-cylinder, four-stroke, variable compression ratio CI engine fueled with jatropha biodiesel and its blends with diesel fuel. The test has been conducted using the fuel blends of 0%, 50% and 100% by volume biodiesel with diesel fuel. The percent biodiesel (0%, 50% …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 25–40 Read article
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Experimental Investigations on a Diesel Engine Fueled with Biodiesel Blends and Diethyl Ether as an Additive
Abstract: Blends of bio-diesel (or diesel) are fueled for engines (diesel) though direct injection by a single cylinder at various (or multiple) propagations. The determination of the emissive power and the performance of the engine is done. The emission of the NOx is considerably high when compared to the diesel fuel operation (considering all the blends). Blends are added with the diethyl-ether at various proportions. Reduction of NOx emission at the …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 25–33 Read article
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Experimental Analysis of Performance, Combustion and Emission Characteristics of a Thermal Barrier–Coated Piston Diesel Engine Fuelled with Jatropha Biodiesel Blended with Nanoparticles
Abstract: Abstract The present study experimentally investigates the performance, combustion, and emission characteristics of a compression ignition diesel engine equipped with a thermal barrier–coated (TBC) piston and fuelled with alumina nanoparticle-enhanced Jatropha biodiesel. A yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ) ceramic coating was applied on the piston crown to reduce heat loss and improve in-cylinder thermal conditions. Jatropha biodiesel blends (B10, B20, and B30) were prepared through transesterification, and alumina (Al₂O₃) nanoparticles at a …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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The Effect of Compression Ratio on the Performance and Emissions of Internal Combustion Engine Using Oxy Fuels
Abstract: Energy sources are becoming a major issue, with the main concern being cost and continuous supply. The production of oxy fuels is cheap, simple and environmentally friendly, as well as being able to be produced locally, reducing the cost of transporting fuel. Oxy fuels are used as a pure fuel directly in an engine or can be mixed with fossil fuel. The fuels granted under oxy fuels are methanol, ethanol, …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Fabricating and Testing an Inline Twin-Cylinder Engine: Experimental Study
Abstract: The usage of lightweight and cost-efficient engine is trending in our market now. Here this project introduces a hand-built SI twin cylinder engine. It is the smallest and compact twin cylinder under 200cc displacement. 270-degree crankshaft configuration is used in this engine for optimum power delivery and reduced vibration. This engine uses dual fuel for power (DUAL FUEL). It is an alternative to market available high-performance engines that use petrol …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 52–64 Read article
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Rotating Detonation Engines: Future of Rocket Propulsion
Abstract: Almost all of the rocket engines in use today are chemical rockets. These engines have high thrust to weight ratio, but they have very low specific impulse and use of heavier chemicals leads to a reduced exhaust velocity and higher emissions. Even though alternative fuels have been used, the mass of propellant required remains an issue. Therefore, methods that can replace chemical propulsion have been researched and developed, like electric …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 11–29 Read article
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Performance Analysis Of A Bio Diesel Fuelled Diesel Engine With The Effect Of Titanium Oxide (TiO2) Coated Piston
Abstract: Biodiesel is one of the best alternative fuel to diesel engine among other sources due to having potential to reduce emissions. Biodiesel is a renewable, biodegradable and environment friendly fuel in nature. The advantages of biodiesel are lower exhaust gas emissions and its biodegradability and renewability compared with petroleum based diesel fuel. The energy of the biodiesel can be released more efficiently with the concept of semi adiabatic (thermal barrier …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 58–70 Read article
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Hydrogen as a Fuel for IC Engines: Challenges, Opportunities, and Future Prospects
Abstract: Abstract The growing global concern over climate change and the ongoing depletion of fossil fuels hassignificantly accelerated the search for alternative fuels in the transportation and power generation sectors. As the world strives for cleaner, more sustainable energy sources, hydrogen has emerged as one of the most promising options, particularly for its application in internal combustion (IC) engines. With its potential to drastically reduce harmful emissions and provide an alternative …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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STUDY DIESEL-RK APPLICATIONS IN THE COMPUTATION AND ANALYSIS OF TECHNOLOGICAL AND SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS OF DIESEL ENGINES USING HEAVY FUELS IN ORDER TO TEST WITH DIFFERENT PISTON BOWL DESIGNS
Abstract: The influence of different piston bowls on the Diesel-RK will be demonstrated in this test as the engine is the heart of vehicles for existence like human heart needed for survival. The piston bowl shows a significant influence on the load stratification in the transition area. The compression ratio shows a trade-off of NOx reduction with unburned hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide emissions. In today's society, people have attempted to employ …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 8–18 Read article
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Minimal Reduction of Fuel Consumption and Pollution with the Performing a New Design of Flat Engines by Simulation
Abstract: The automotive engine is one of the most important performance of the automotive today and has the task of transmitting power to the gearbox. That is why the world’s largest automotive companies are trying to produce engines that have the maximum power and the lowest fuel consumption. In this article, a motor design with a different appearance was presented. If we want to attribute the design of this engine to …
Published in International Journal of Mechanics and Design · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 17–21 Read article
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The Influence of Hexanol and Methyl Acetate as Oxygenated Additives with Diesel Fuel in a Diesel Engine Generator
Abstract: Diesel engines play a vital role in all the major sectors (such as transportation and industrial) due to their high efficiency, durability, reliability and low operating cost. At the same time, they are considered as one of the biggest contributors of environmental pollution by releasing enormous amount of toxic gases to atmosphere (such as NOx, HC, CO2 and PM). Emissions from transport, especially motor vehicles, increase the level of gases …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Optimizing Internal Combustion Engine Performance and Fleet Fuel Economy through Machine Learning and AI using Big Data Analytics
Abstract: This paper presents a software-defined operational intelligence approach for optimizing internal combustion engine performance and fleet fuel economy using Big Data Analytics combined with Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. Real-world vehicle data is transformed into engineered features and virtual sensing outputs to estimate fuel consumption, driver behaviour, and component health without additional hardware. The proposed system integrates fuel optimization, predictive maintenance, driver assistance, and sustainability assessment into a unified one-stop …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 35–51 Read article
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Optimizing Internal Combustion Engine Performance and Fleet Fuel Economy through Machine Learning and AI using Big Data Analytics
Abstract: Abstract This paper presents a software-defined operational intelligence approach for optimizing internal combustion engine performance and fleet fuel economy using Big Data Analytics combined with Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. Real-world vehicle data is transformed into engineered features and virtual sensing outputs to estimate fuel consumption, driver behaviour, and component health without additional hardware. The proposed system integrates fuel optimization, predictive maintenance, driver assistance, and sustainability assessment into a unified …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Third Generation Biofuel as Alternative Fuel for Compression Ignition Engine
Abstract: In recent years, many researchers have tested compression ignition engines with the goal of creating a diesel fuel alternative. This was also published in literature. The limited supply and increased cost of petroleum products are two main reasons for the search for alternate feedstocks for biodiesel. This paper reviews the potential of alternative biodiesel feedstocks to replace petroleum diesel, specifically focusing on algae biodiesel and the process for producing biodiesel. …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 10–15 Read article
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Modeling the Thrust and Specific Fuel Consumption for a Hypothetical Turbofan Engine
Abstract: Turbofan engine is a kind of jet engine in which a large part of the intake air without going into the combustion chamber that is exited from the terminal aperture. Turbofan engines have good efficiency in speed range of passenger aircraft and in terms of noise generation have also better functionality, for this reason in most of passenger aircraft this type of engine is used. Because of the importance of …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Diesel Engine Combustion and Emission Characteristics Study, Taking into Account the Potential of Biogas Substitution for the Purpose of Enhancing Environmental Cleanliness and Promoting Health
Abstract: Necessity for alternative fuels arises from the escalating energy requirements and the detrimental effects of fossil fuel emissions on environmental well-being. Alternative fuels have been extensively researched to improve energy efficiency. A study examines how alternative fuel affects compression ignition (CI) engine performance, pollution, and combustion. Biogas is investigated as a diesel engine fuel substitute in this study using computational fluid dynamics (CFD). Upon doing a thorough examination of the …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 24–39 Read article
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Study on the Evolution of Drone Engine and the Future of Drone Propulsion
Abstract: UAVs are remotely piloted birds which are one of the new and strategic equipment of our time. Although in the past the main use of drones has been in the military industry, in recent years the use of drones in the civilian industry has been significantly welcomed. Scientists have always tried to increase the capability of drones. To this goal, they have tried to upgrade it by optimizing the various …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 10–19 Read article
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Study of the Fuel Injector Nozzle of the CI Engine
Abstract: A nozzle is a compounds present on all gas turbine engines. that produces thrust, redirects exhaust gases backinto the streaming site, and maintains mass flow rates. There are many various varieties of nozzles, butdivergent and convergent nozzles are the ones that are most normally utilized. The paper discussed variousfluids flowing at different velocities and convergent and divergent nozzle diameters. Thermal and chemicalenergy are transformed into kinetic using the nozzle. The …
Published in International Journal of I.C. Engines and Gas Turbines · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 30–35 Read article
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The new methods of degassing fuel liquid in the tank of rocket engine and liquids in the life-support system of automatic spacecraft using the controlled vibration or the specially created temperature gradient in the liquid
Abstract: The paper presents the developed methods of degassing of fuel liquid in the fuel tank of rocket engine and liquids in the life-support system of automatic spacecraft using the controlled vibration or the specially created temperature gradient in the liquid that are simple on their of construction, economically highly effective and productive, mobile, and can be used in any part of the systems of power supply and life-support of automatic …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 28–43 Read article