2 publications

• Published Subscription 24 Jul 2013

  Combustion Analysis of Ethanol in An HCCI Engine

  By T. Karthikeya Sharma, G. Amba Prasad Rao, K. Madhu Murthy

  Abstract: Improving fuel economy and reducing emissions are two major challenges being faced by the automotive industry. Alternative fuels and new combustion concepts are emerging to combat both pollution and fuel crises. Of late, the concept of Homogeneous Charge Compression Ignition, has been receiving increased attention due to its potential for simultaneously reducing fuel consumption, NOx and Particulate Emissions. In particular, in HCCI engine research, where combustion is regarded to be …

  Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 1–9 Read article →

• Published Subscription 2 Apr 2013

  Application of Control Systems to Meet Stringent Emissions of Modern Automobiles: A Review

  By Sindhu Ravichettu, G. Amba Prasad Rao, K. Madhu Murthy

  Abstract: Automotive pollution has become nowadays a major issue to be tackled by the researchers working in the area of engine development. The emissions norms are becoming stricter and it is becoming mandatory to have exhaust gas after treatment. The automotive industry is constantly looking for new ways to make their vehicles more reliable, quieter, safer and more efficient. The job is not ending with incorporating treatment devices but also have …

  Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 9–17 Read article →