This study presents a computationally efficient numerical model that accurately predicts complex spray distribution and spray penetration for a direct injection compression ignition engine configuration. Experimental data obtained from available literature is used to construct a semi-empirical numerical model. A modified version of a multidimensional computer code KIVA-3V is used for the computations, with improved sub-models for varying mean droplet diameter, varying injection velocity and drop distortion and drag. Results show good agreement with the published in-cylinder experimental data for a Volkswagen 1.9 L turbo-charged direct injection under actual operating conditions.


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    Title :

    Fuel Spray Modeling for Direct Injection Compression Ignition Engine Configurations


    Additional title:

    Sae Technical Papers


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    SAE World Congress & Exhibition ; 2008



    Publication date :

    2008-04-14




    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


    Fuel spray modeling for direct injection compression ignition engine configurations

    Micklow,G.J. / Ankem,K. / Abdel-Salam,T. et al. | Automotive engineering | 2008