G. Ferrari, Motori a Combustione Interna, Esculapio editore
J. B. Heywood, Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals, McGraw Hill International Editions.
G. A. Pignone, U. R. Vercelli, Motori ad alta potenza specifica, Giorgio NADA editore
Learning Objectives
The aim of the laboratory is to provide practical knowledge on how an Internal Combustion Engine works and how it is built up in terms of mechanical and fluido-dynamical approaches.
The following skills will be basically acquired:
CA3: Applying knowledge and understanding related to the choice and application of appropriate analytical and modelling methods, based on mathematical and numerical analysis, in order to better simulate the behavior of components and plants in order to predict and improve their performance.
CA7: Applying knowledge and understanding related to the definition, design and implementation of researches useful for understanding problems, through the use of both theoretical and experimental models and techniques.
CA8: Applying knowledge and understanding related to the appropriate interpretation of the results of experimental tests, verification calculations and complex theoretical simulation processes, through the use of the computer, applying the acquired experimental, modeling, mathematical and informatics bases.
CA12: Applying adequate knowledge and understanding to understand English texts.
CC7: Knowledge and understanding of the design principles of production plants and processes, logistical facilities for material handling and storage. Understanding the advantages and limitations of process and plant design choices in different application contexts.
CC8: Knowledge and understanding of the land-based vehicle sector by deepening the structural aspects of the various vehicle types. Knowledge and understanding of electrical machinery and related traction power supply systems. Knowledge and understanding of the structural and thermo-fluiddynamic aspects of internal combustion engines.
CC11: Knowledge and understanding of the machinery sector deepening the aspects properly connected with systems for energy production and transformation, with reference also to renewable energies and/or aspects related to propulsion systems. Understanding the role of different energy technologies in ensuring the environmental and economic sustainability of production.
CC12: Knowledge and understanding of methods for conceiving, planning, designing and managing complex and/or innovative systems, processes and services.
Prerequisites
Basic elements on ICE
Teaching Methods
The syllabus is carried out by means of a practical activity in the laboratory in which, working in groups of students, some ICE are disassembled and reassembled under the teacher supervision.
Further information
Type of Assessment
The exam is based on an oral discussion. It allows to evaluate the comprehension of the reciprocating connections of the main concepts. Moreover the appropriated use of the technical words has taken into account.
Course program
Disassembly and riassembly of an Internal Combution Engine under the supervision of professors of automotive sector.