Kerosene Base Fuels in Small Gasoline Engines

Abstract

This document presents the results of an engineering study to demonstrate the technology for converting small gasoline spark-ignited engines, to burn kerosene type fuels to power small generators (0.5 to 3.0 kw). Commercially available (plus those in the developmental stage), reciprocating, two-stroke, four stroke and rotary engines were evaluated for their conversion potential. Unique combustion systems were identified and trade-off studies conducted on engine type, combustion systems, and modification required to burn kerosene type fuels, with special emphasis given to minimizing life cycle cost. Recommendations for the most feasible system are given.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1991
Accession Number
ADA244846

Entities

People

  • Andrew A. Pouring
  • Charles C. Failla

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Carburetors
  • Chemistry
  • Combustion
  • Combustion Chambers
  • Compression Ignition
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Ignition
  • Ignition Systems
  • Internal Combustion Engines
  • Materials
  • Materials Science
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Spark Ignition
  • Spark Plugs
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Thermal Efficiency
  • United States Naval Academy

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  • Electrical Engineering
  • Petroleum Engineering