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A Comprehensive Study of Wankel Engine Performance
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Abstract
An extensive experimental and analytical study of the performance of a Wankel engine is reported, with special emphasis on the combustion process. A one dimensional technique for calculating gas velocities in the combustion chamber under motoring conditions is described and this is then used to evaluate flame travel when combustion occurs. A novel three-zone combustion model is introduced. The effect of the position of the rotor recess is examined and shown to change the engine power output and hydrocarbon emissions.
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Authors
- R. Sierens - Laboratory of Machines and Construction of Machines, University of Gent, Belgium
- R. Baert - Laboratory of Machines and Construction of Machines, University of Gent, Belgium
- D. E. Winterbone - Mechanical Engineering Department, University of Manchester Institute of Science 8 Technology, Manchester, England
- P. C. Baruah - Mechanical Engineering Department, University of Manchester Institute of Science 8 Technology, Manchester, England
Citation
Sierens, R., Baert, R., Winterbone, D., and Baruah, P., "A Comprehensive Study of Wankel Engine Performance," SAE Technical Paper 830332, 1983, https://doi.org/10.4271/830332.Also In
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