
- 464 pages
- English
- PDF
- Available on iOS & Android
About this book
This book brings together the large and scattered body of information on the theory and practice of engine testing, to which any engineer responsible for work of this kind must have access. Engine testing is a fundamental part of development of new engine and powertrain systems, as well as of the modification of existing systems. It forms a significant part of the practical work of many automotive and mechanical engineers, in the auto manufacturing companies, their suppliers suppliers, specialist engineering services organisations, the motor sport sector, hybrid vehicles and tuning sector. The eclectic nature of engine, powertrain, chassis and whole vehicle testing makes this comprehensive book a true must-have reference for those in the automotive industry as well as more advanced students of automotive engineering.* The only book dedicated to engine testing; over 4000 copies sold of the second edition* Covers all key aspects of this large topic, including test-cell set up, data management, dynamometer selection and use, air, thermal, combustion, mechanical, and emissions assessment* Most automotive engineers are involved with many aspects covered by this book, making it a must-have reference
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Table of contents
- Front Cover
- Engine Testing
- Copyright Page
- Table of Contents
- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- Introduction
- Units and conversion factors
- Chapter 1 Test facility specification, system integration and project organization
- Chapter 2 The test cell as a thermodynamic system
- Chapter 3 Vibration and noise
- Chapter 4 Test cell and control room design: an overall view
- Chapter 5 Ventilation and air conditioning
- Chapter 6 Test cell cooling water and exhaust gas systems
- Chapter 7 Fuel and oil storage, supply and treatment
- Chapter 8 Dynamometers and the measurement of torque
- Chapter 9 Coupling the engine to the dynamometer
- Chapter 10 Electrical design considerations
- Chapter 11 Test cell control and data acquisition
- Chapter 12 Measurement of fuel, combustion air and oil consumption
- Chapter 13 Thermal efficiency, measurement of heat and mechanical losses
- Chapter 14 The combustion process and combustion analysis
- Chapter 15 The test department organization, health and safety management, risk assessment correlation of results and design of experiments
- Chapter 16 Exhaust emissions
- Chapter 17 Tribology, fuel and lubrication testing
- Chapter 18 Chassis or rolling road dynamometers
- Chapter 19 Data collection, handling, post-test processing, engine calibration and mapping
- Chapter 20 The pursuit and definition of accuracy: statistical analysis of test results
- Index