Characterisation of Transient Diesel Engine Performance and Emissions with Oxygenated Fuels

Globally there are over one billion road vehicles using internal combustion engines many of which are now using alternative fuels as well as or instead of petroleum fuels. This thesis advances knowledge of the use of these fuels under different engine operating conditions by providing an extensive amount of new and fundamental information on a wide range of engine performance and emission parameters. The resource addresses real-world conditions covering combinations of transient (including driving cycle, acceleration and load increase), steady-state operation, cold-start and hot-start. This study will be a useful reference for engine combustion researchers and emission regulation authorities