The feasibility of converting a spark ignition aircraft engine to the diesel cycle was investigated. Procedures necessary for converting a single cylinder GTS10-520 are described as well as a single cylinder diesel engine test program. The modification of the engine for the hot port cooling concept is discussed. A digital computer graphics simulation of a twin engine aircraft incorporating the diesel engine and Hot Fort concept is presented showing some potential gains in aircraft performance. Sample results of the computer program used in the simulation are included.


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    Title :

    Lightweight, Low Compression Aircraft Diesel Engine


    Contributors:
    T. L. Gaynor (author) / M. S. Bottrell (author) / C. D. Eagle (author) / C. F. Bachle (author)

    Publication date :

    1977


    Size :

    103 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




    Lightweight, low compression aircraft diesel engine

    Gaynor, T. L. / Bottrell, M. S. / Eagle, C. D. et al. | NTRS | 1977