In-cylinder flow and combustion studies of high-speed direct injection diesel engines
Researchers: C. Marriner, K. Sison, K. Gill
Supervisors: Prof. H. Zhao, Prof. N. Ladommatos
Sponsors: EU, Delphi Fuel Systems, EPSRC
1. High-speed spray and flame imaging
(by Cu+/YAG laser & video camera - 10-40kHz)


(Left) Pilot 27° BTDC (Right) Pilot 26° BTDC


(Left) Main 2° BTDC (Right) Main 2° BTDC


(Left) Main 1° ATDC (Right) Main 7° ATDC
2. Two-colour technique for flame temperature and soot loading measurement


3. Laser Induced Incandescence (LII) for soot measurement


4. In-cylinder sampling






