Invited Review: A review of deterministic effects in cyclic variability of internal combustion engines

Finney, Charles E.; Kaul, Brian C.; Daw, C. Stuart; Wagner, Robert M.; Edwards, K. Dean; Green, Johney B.

doi:10.1177/1468087415572033

Invited Review: A review of deterministic effects in cyclic variability of internal combustion engines

Journal Article · Wed Feb 18 00:00:00 EST 2015 · International Journal of Engine Research

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1177/1468087415572033· OSTI ID:1265479

Finney, Charles E. ^[1]; Kaul, Brian C. ^[1]; Daw, C. Stuart ^[1]; Wagner, Robert M. ^[1]; Edwards, K. Dean ^[1]; Green, Johney B. ^[1]

Oak Ridge National Lab. (ORNL), Oak Ridge, TN (United States)

Here we review developments in the understanding of cycle to cycle variability in internal combustion engines, with a focus on spark-ignited and premixed combustion conditions. Much of the research on cyclic variability has focused on stochastic aspects, that is, features that can be modeled as inherently random with no short term predictability. In some cases, models of this type appear to work very well at describing experimental observations, but the lack of predictability limits control options. Also, even when the statistical properties of the stochastic variations are known, it can be very difficult to discern their underlying physical causes and thus mitigate them. Some recent studies have demonstrated that under some conditions, cyclic combustion variations can have a relatively high degree of low dimensional deterministic structure, which implies some degree of predictability and potential for real time control. These deterministic effects are typically more pronounced near critical stability limits (e.g. near tipping points associated with ignition or flame propagation) such during highly dilute fueling or near the onset of homogeneous charge compression ignition. We review recent progress in experimental and analytical characterization of cyclic variability where low dimensional, deterministic effects have been observed. We describe some theories about the sources of these dynamical features and discuss prospects for interactive control and improved engine designs. In conclusion, taken as a whole, the research summarized here implies that the deterministic component of cyclic variability will become a pivotal issue (and potential opportunity) as engine manufacturers strive to meet aggressive emissions and fuel economy regulations in the coming decades.

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Research Organization:: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), Oak Ridge, TN (United States). Fuels, Engines and Emissions Research Center

Sponsoring Organization:: USDOE - Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE)

Grant/Contract Number:: AC05-00OR22725

OSTI ID:: 1265479

Journal Information:: International Journal of Engine Research, Journal Name: International Journal of Engine Research Journal Issue: 3 Vol. 16; ISSN 1468-0874

Publisher:: SAGECopyright Statement

Country of Publication:: United States

Language:: English

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