The course is aimed at providing the knowledge of the chemical and physical phenomena that characterize the operation of the internal combustion engines as well as the issues related to engine control and exhaust emissions reduction. The course will provide the tools needed for performing a critical analysis on the choice of the ICEs according to the application fields. Moreover, great attention will be devoted to the experiments to be performed at the test bench to evaluate performance and emissions vs. engine operating conditions. Alternative powertrain systems, such as the hybrid electric powertrains, will be analyzed.
Risultati di apprendimento (declinati rispetto ai descrittori di Dublino)
Conoscenza e capacità di comprensione (knowledge and understanding).
Knowledge of the ideal and limit cycles of ICEs. Knowledge of the characteristic curves. Knowledge of the methodologies for engine control. Understanding of the aspects concerning the environmental impact of the ICEs. Knowledge of measuring instruments for test benches. Knowledge of the hybrid-electric powertrains. .
Conoscenza e capacità di comprensione applicate (applying knowledge and understanding)
Applying knowledge on performance and exhaust emissions measurements at the test benches. Applying understanding in internal combustion engine optimization criteria.
Autonomia di giudizio (making judgements)
Making judgements on the most suitable ICE depending on the application field. Making judgements on the most suitable instruments for the experimental characterization at the test bench. Making judgements on the influence of the operating and control parameters on performance and environmental impact.
Abilità comunicative (communication skills)
skill to work as part of a team and perform oral presentations on a topic dealing with testing, operation and control of internal combustion engines
Capacità di apprendere (learning skills)
skill to apply the gained expertise to different contexts from those presented during the course and to deepen the topics using materials other than those proposed.
Learning skills by finding the useful tools for elaborating the own critical analysis concerning performance and socio-economic issues.
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