Abstract
Two projects considered during the early stages of this research arediscussed briefly. These are concerned with engine cooling and exhaust pollution
control by fluidised particles. The advantage of cooling an engine by this means is
that the engine may be run at an optimum temperature and radiated noise
attenuated. The high thermal conductivity and surface area of fluidised particles
would result in improved after reaction in comparison with conventional exhaust
thermal reactors and catalysts.
The fuel consumption, engine cooling system and air-conditioning system of
a Jaguar XJ6 motor car have been studied experimentally and analytically, and
mathematical models used for their analysis. Recommendations are made for
improvements to performance, cost, and fuel consumption.
The efficiency required of a steplessly variable transmission to compete
with the present system on the bases of acceleration and fuel economy has been
calculated.
As a result of a literature survey, fluids suitable for air-conditioning a motor
car using an absorption cycle are recommended. The advantage of such a system
is the reduction of fuel consumption by the removal of the compressor brake load
from the engine. The feasibility and limitations of such a system are studied and
providing the condenser air flow rate is increased and a reduced refrigeration load
at idle is acceptable, such a system may be developed.
Date of Award | 1977 |
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Original language | English |
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Keywords
- air-conditioning
- engine cooling
- fuel consumption
- high performance motor car