Industrial Consultancy & Sponsored Research (IC&SR) , IIT Madras

A System and Method for Investigating In-cylinder Flow and Combustion in Gasoline Direct-injection Optical Engine

Categories for this Invention

Category- Automotive Engine Diagnostics, Automobile & Transportation

Applications – Gasoline Direct-Injection Engine, Alternative Fuel Engine, Hybrid and Electric Vehicle

Industry- Automotive, Hybrid and Electric Vehicles

Market – Global gasoline direct injection (GDI) device market size is expected to reach $13.79 Bn by 2028 at a rate of 12.4%CAGR.

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Problem Statement

  • The need to boost power, improve fuel economy, and minimize emissions in small-bore GDI engines for two and three-wheelers.
  • Conventional diagnostic tools are unsuitable for the harsh combustion chamber environment, hindering in-cylinder flow investigations.
  • Existing optical engines face practical constraints and significant geometric alterations, limiting their effectiveness for small-bore GDI engines.

Technology

Enhanced Optical Engine System:

  • The invention introduces a sophisticated system and method for investigating in-cylinder flow and combustion in gasoline direct-injection (GDI) optical engines. It features a transparent unit, including a transparent cylinder and piston top, enabling real-time optical access to observe combustion processes and flow dynamics within the combustion chamber.

Innovative Visualization Components:

  • The system utilizes a combination of lasers, high-speed cameras, and a mirror assembly to capture detailed, multi-angle views of in-cylinder processes. This allows for comprehensive investigations of tumble and swirl planes, aiding in the understanding and optimization of engine performance and emissions.

Robust and Adaptable Design:

  • The engine design incorporates durable materials such as quartz glass and aluminum alloys to withstand high temperatures and harsh conditions. The support unit, with slotted support cylinders and poles, ensures stability and precise alignment of transparent components for accurate and consistent observations

Key Features / Value Proposition

Real-Time Optical Access:

  • Transparent cylinder and piston top provide real-time visualization of in-cylinder combustion processes.

Advanced Visualization Tools:

  • Integration of high-speed cameras and laser units enables detailed multi-angle observation of flow dynamics.

Durable and Versatile Design:

  • Engine components made from robust materials like quartz glass and aluminum alloys withstand high temperatures and harsh conditions.

Comprehensive Data Collection:

  • Optical accessibility combined with computer vision technology facilitates precise data extraction and analysis.

Adaptability for Various Applications:

  • Suitable for gasoline, alternative fuel engines, hybrid electric vehicles, aerospace, marine engines, and more.

Enhanced Research Capabilities:

  • Supports the development of advanced computational models and innovative solutions for engine performance and emissions reduction.

Questions about this Technology?

Contact For Licensing

sm-marketing@imail.iitm.ac.in
ipoffice2@iitm.ac.in

Research Lab

Prof. Mayank Mittal

Prof. Ramesh A

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Intellectual Property

  • IITM IDF Ref. 2720
  • IN 202341073433 – Patent Published

Technology Readiness Level

TRL – 4

Technology validated in lab scale.

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