The book covers analysis of processes (thermodynamic, combustion, fluid flow, heat transfer, friction and lubrication) relevant to design, performance, efficiency, fuel and emission requirements of internal combustion engines. Besides, it also includes special topics such as reactive systems, fuel-line hydraulics, side thrust on the cylinder walls, etc. and modern developments such as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic ignition systems, electronic indicators, exhaust emission requirements, etc.

Most importantly, the third edition introduces two new chapters on 'Advanced Combustion Engines' and ‘Electrical Vehicles’. The first chapter includes advanced low temperature combustion modes, such as HCCI, PCCI and RCCI models. It also includes Flexible Fuel Vehicle and GDCI Engine whereas, the latter chapter on 'Electric Vehicles' discusses BEV, HEV and Fuel Cell Vehicle.

Key Features

• Explains basic principles and applications in a clear, concise, and easy-to-read manner.

• Richly illustrated to promote a fuller understanding of the subject.

• SI units are used throughout.

• Example problems illustrate applications of theory.

• End-of-chapter review questions and problems help students reinforce and apply key concepts.

• Provides answers to all numerical problems.

Target Audience

Providing a comprehensive introduction to the basics of Internal Combustion Engines, this book is suitable for:

• B.Tech in mechanical engineering, aeronautical engineering, and automobile engineering.

• M.Tech (Thermal Engineering) in mechanical engineering.

• A.M.I.E. (Section B) courses in mechanical engineering.

• Competitive examinations, such as Civil Services, Engineering Services, GATE, etc.

In addition, the book can be used for refresher courses for professionals in automobile industries.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Internal Combustion Engines

2. Air-Standard Cycles and Their Analysis

3. Reactive Systems

4. Fuel-Air Cycles and Their Analysis

5. The Actual Cycle

6. Combustion in Spark-Ignition Engines

7. Combustion in Compression-Ignition Engines

8. Fuels for Internal Combustion Engines

9. Carburettors and Fuel Injection in SI Engines

10. Cl Engines: Fuel-Injection System

11. Two-Stroke Engines

12. Ignition Systems

13. Engine Friction and Lubrication

14. Heat Transfer in Engines and Cooling Systems

15. Air Capacity and Supercharging

16. Engine Testing and Performance

17. Exhaust Emissions

18. Alternative Potential Engines

19. Advanced Combustion Engines

20. Introduction to Electric Vehicles

About the Author

H. N. Gupta is an Indian mechanical engineering author best known for his textbook Fundamentals of Internal Combustion Engines, published by Prentice Hall of India (PHI Learning). His book is widely prescribed as a reference and textbook in mechanical and automobile engineering courses in India.