- Hardcover: 700 pages
- Publisher: SAE International; Reprint edition (1 Mar 1996)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1560916850
- ISBN-13: 978-1560916857
- Product Dimensions: 26.2 x 18.4 x 4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 874,384 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Design and Simulation of Two-Stroke Engines discusses principles of automotive design which are specific to this engine type. The book includes new theories developed by the author that have never been published before, particularly on: unsteady gas flow in engine ducting scavenging flow within the cylinder two-zone combustion to compute exhaust emissions computation of intake and exhaust sound pressure levels discharge coefficients of ports and valves. Design and Simulation of Two-Stroke Engines is a unique hands-on information source. The author, having designed many two-stroke engines, offers practical and empirical assistance to the engine designer on many topics ranging from porting layout, to combustion chamber profile, to tuned exhaust pipes. The information presented extends from fundamental theory to pragmatic design and experimental testing issues.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
The second of two books on the theory of Two-Stroke behaviour. It was written in 1996 after Blair really got hooked on unsteady gas dynamics. The book is 625 pages of very detailed stuff, the sort of book that you would study if your were taking a Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering. I regard this as the culmination of his work before he retired.
This really IS the real world of two-strokes at the microscopic level. Not for the timid!
Contents list
Introduction with review of basic data and not quite so basic data,Gas Flow, Scavenging, Combustion, Computer Modelling, Assistance for Designers, Fuel Consumption and Exhaust Emissions, Reduction of Noise
This book has the same Chapter headings as the earlier book, but completely reworked and hugely more detailed, and we are now immersed in the world of unsteady gas dynamics. The ideas and theory in the book are covered by a set of computer programs, and these cost vastly more than the book. The market for the programs is clearly not the punter in the street, at over GBP 500 when I checked last, and maybe they consider their audience to be Universities and research establishments who can easily afford such inflated prices.
This really IS the real world of two-strokes at the microscopic level. Not for the timid!
Contents list
Introduction with review of basic data and not quite so basic data,Gas Flow, Scavenging, Combustion, Computer Modelling, Assistance for Designers, Fuel Consumption and Exhaust Emissions, Reduction of Noise
This book has the same Chapter headings as the earlier book, but completely reworked and hugely more detailed, and we are now immersed in the world of unsteady gas dynamics. The ideas and theory in the book are covered by a set of computer programs, and these cost vastly more than the book. The market for the programs is clearly not the punter in the street, at over GBP 500 when I checked last, and maybe they consider their audience to be Universities and research establishments who can easily afford such inflated prices.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Design and Simulation of Two-Stroke Engines is a must read.
21 May 1999
Format:Hardcover
Design and Simulation of Two-Stroke Engines is a must read reference for the student of the internal combustion engine and the expert alike. This follow up to The Basic Design of Two-Stroke Engines begins with a comprehensive introduction which defines the simplest of engine geometry to the thermodynamic terms specific to the two-stroke engine. Chapter Two, a most demanding read, explains in great detail the author's established theory of unsteady, compressible flow through engine ducting. This theory is the foundation of the GPB computer simulation code. This engine modelling software allows for the complete prediction of engine performance from torque to fuel consumption to exhaust emissions. Scavenging and combustion specific to the two-stroke engine are dealt with in individual chapters. Chapter Five describes the structure of the computer model and the required input data. Several real world examples of computer models are given including a relatively low performance chainsaw and a high performance racing motorcycle. As simple and effective as a computer model may sound, the author stresses that the numerical input for the model is impossible to guess correctly. Therefore, Chapter Six details all of the emperical techniques the author has created as design guidelines. Data generated using these techniques are to be used as initial inputs to the engine simulation. Finally, the remaining two chapters detail research and simulation involving reduction of fuel consumption, exhaust emissions and noise emissions. New information not covered in The Basic Design of Two-Stroke Engines is presented on unsteady gas flow, scavenging flow, two-zone combustion models, computation of intake and exhaust sound pressure levels and discharge coefficients of ports and valves.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Highly recommended for students of IC engines at all levels.
8 Jun 1999
Format:Hardcover
This is an excellent book for students and their instructors at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. It develops the theory and practice of two-stroke cycle engines in a clear and concise manner. The book is unique in that it presents in a single volume the whole spectrum of two-stroke technology. The material is derived from the many years the author has spent researching and consulting on the subject. The reader will be brought right up to date on such important topics such as computer simulation, engine performance, fuel efficiency, noise, and exhaust emissions.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
A Basic Requirement For Any Serious IC Engine Library.
20 May 1999
Format:Hardcover
A must read for any serious two stroke enthusiast, designer, or racer. This book is especially helpful in understanding all areas of IC engine design and how they interrelate, with an emphasis on two strokes. Blair gives volumes of insight as well as excellent illustrations, graphs and pictures to help the reader understand sometimes complex theory. The author provides an excellent treatment of unsteady gas dynamics and motion of pressure waves through the engine. He takes the reader from theory to practice by using simulation through modeling with an abundance of practical empirical design advice. Although this book is mainly germane to two stroke engines, the reader can glean the applicable theories to four stroke engines (at least until Blair publishes his treatise on four strokes).
Dr. Douglas E. Hahn, Director Engine & Reliability Engineering , Volvo Penta of the America's
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