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Team 14 Tim Opperwall, John Mantel, Andrew DeJong, Marc Eberlein, Jim VanLeeuwen
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Outline Problem Designs Issues Feasibility Resources Analysis Questions
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Problem 4-Stroke engines are inefficient Implement a 2nd power cycle Use less fuel while maintaining power Water injection system Electrically Controlled Engine
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6-Stroke Engine 1. Intake of air + fuel2. Compression3. Combustion 4. Re-compression5. Water Injection6. Exhaust
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Design A Two considered design alternatives Camshaft Modification Mechanically controlled Extend crankcase to allow room Manufacture camshaft
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Design B Electrically Controlled Engine Remove cam controlled valves Replace with solenoid actuated valves Added capability between 4+6 strokes Head redesign
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Issues Injection System C programming Space Requirements Water in Fuel Injector Economics Engine Testing Pressure Temperature Emissions testing Orsat failure Gas chromatography Chemistry Department Dynamometer testing Fastbikes U.S.A. Engine Modification John Farris-GVSU
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Feasibility It has been done before Engine Control Unit (ECU) is highly adjustable Team experience with engines and machines
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Resources Engr 315-Control Systems Arduino Board Thermocouple amplifier Machine Shops Vortec Tooling Fastbikes USA Highlight Industries John Farris-GVSU dynamometer testing
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Engineering Analysis Control System Design Built a working temperature control system Thermodynamic Calculations
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Reverse Engineered Cam Shaft Determined timing and displacement of valves Intake Exhaust
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Questions
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