Course overview

 Course need & Purpose:

  • Insight into the functionality of the EFI based systems that are the pinnacle of Combustion engine technology.
  • Understand parameters that play a crucial role in obtaining an efficient and performing system.
  • A steppingstone to gain fundamental knowledge on the basics of Engine tuning.

 Course prerequisites:

  • Basic knowledge about combustion systems.
  • Handling of mathematical equations.

 Course outcomes:

  • Fundamental vision on the working of an engine and it's management system.
  • Knowledge about the physical operations behind the output obtained from the engine.

Course content

Introduction to the Combustion Engine

Terminologies applied in the subject of Engines, understanding the existence of such terms and their impact on the system's function. Explanation on the Vital blocks that are part of the engine system and their use. Understanding the 4-stroke engine's process, the inputs, and outputs to the process. Sub-processes that take place to support the main aim of producing rotational motion.

The Air System

Defining the equations that determine the amount of air being sucked in by the engine during the intake stroke. Emphasis on the conversion rate of the air entering the system to the air being utilized. The process of air entry and the elements controlling its flow

The Fuel System

Function of the system and the inputs & outputs that are linked to the system. Equations that validate the process and the elements that are being controlled to achieve the desired output. The system's reaction to change in the input.

The Torque System

Defining the process of obtaining the resultant mechanical motion from the mix of air and fuel. Inputs that govern the conversion process and the engine-phase at which the conversion occurs. Equations that govern the phenomenon and the variables that contribute to the realistic nature of the system.

Modelling the Engine

Design of each of the three systems and the combining them together to form an engine superblock. Utilizing the equations defined during the theory sessions to good effect to recreate the physical behavior of the air, fuel, and torque system.

Simulation and Results

Applying certain experiments to modulate certain variables to observe the changes in the engine's behavior via its output variables. Understanding the nature of certain output variables and defining the need to observe them.

Introduction to Idle Air Control

Defining the advent of the control valve. Problems solved by the Control Valve and its importance in the present combustion automobile systems

Elements of an Idle Air Control Valve

Components that are part of the control system. Blocks that apply the control and the actuators that are utilized to perform the control operation.

Working of an Idle Air Control Valve

Function of the closed loop system, sensors involved, and the direction of signals to achieve control. Different cases of control explained to provide insight on the behavior of the system to different situations.

Designing the Idle Air Control Valve

Design of the Idle Air Control Block using two different control strategies. Two variables controlled: Spark Advance and Throttle Angle. PID Control and Hysteresis overview provided. Impact of each control block on the performance of the system is explained. Engine superblock in focus with a control block designed to modulate the idle air RPM.

Simulation and Results

Performing various experiments that modulate the Spark Advance and Throttle input using a closed loop system and testing different control blocks to assess their performance with respect to the given system.

Weekly Course content

    1. Interesting videos to understand what is Model Based Design: Video 1

    2. Interesting videos to understand what is Model Based Design: Video 2

    3. How to use the Discussions option to discuss the Internship related queries

    1. Scilab Softwares download

    2. Day 2: Scilab introduction & Scilab Programing Part 1

    3. Day 2: Scilab introduction & Scilab Programing Part 2

    4. Day 2: Scilab introduction & Scilab Programing Part 3

    5. Day 3: Scilab Xcos introduction & Practice Part 1

    6. Day 3: Scilab Xcos introduction & Practice Part 2

    7. Day 3: Scilab Xcos introduction & Practice Part 3

    8. Day 3: Scilab Xcos introduction & Practice Part 4

    9. Day 4: Practice Scilab Xcos with real time problems Part 1

    10. Day 4: Practice Scilab Xcos with real time problems Part 2

    11. Day 4: Practice Scilab Xcos with real time problems Part 3

    12. Day 4: Practice Scilab Xcos with real time problems Part 4

    13. Day 5: Creating data visualization & analysis graphs in Scilab Part 1

    14. Day 5: Creating data visualization & analysis graphs in Scilab Part 2

    15. Day 5: Creating data visualization & analysis graphs in Scilab Part 3

    16. Day 5: Creating data visualization & analysis graphs in Scilab Part 4

    17. Day 5: Creating data visualization & analysis graphs in Scilab Part 5

    18. Day 5: Creating data visualization & analysis graphs in Scilab Part 6

    19. Day 5: Creating data visualization & analysis graphs in Scilab part 7 (Help video)

    1. Aerodynamic forces modeling (3 cases)

    2. NEDC drive cycle

    3. Motor Data

    4. Sales

    1. Drive Cycle Data

    2. Program to define vehicle parameters

    3. Grade Data

    4. Model Images

    5. Water Tank Level Control

    6. Track Data

    7. Reference Document for report

    8. Comparison Documents for Vehicle Resistive Force Assignment

    9. Resistive Forces assignment submission

    1. Day 1: Modeling of Vehicle Resistive forces Part 1

    2. Day 1: Modeling of Vehicle Resistive forces Part 2

    3. Day 1: Modeling of Vehicle Resistive forces Part 3

    4. Day 1: Modeling of Vehicle Resistive forces Part 4

    5. Day 1: Modeling of Vehicle Resistive forces Part 5

    6. Day 2: Modeling of Vehicle Resistive forces continued Part 1

    7. Day 2: Modeling of Vehicle Resistive forces continued Part 2

    8. Day 2: Modeling of Vehicle Resistive forces continued Part 3

    9. Day 2: Modeling of Vehicle Resistive forces continued Part 4

    10. Day 2: Modeling of Vehicle Resistive forces continued Part 5

    11. Day 2: Modeling of Vehicle Resistive forces continued Part 6

    12. Day 2: Modeling of Vehicle Resistive forces continued Part 7

    13. Day 3: Modeling of Vehicle Resistive forces continued Part 8

    14. Day 3: Modeling & analysis of control system Part 1

    15. Day 3: Modeling & analysis of control system Part 2

    16. Day 3: Modeling & analysis of control system Part 3

    17. Day 4: Modeling & analysis on control systems Quiz

    18. Day 4: Modeling & analysis of control system continued Part 1

    19. Day 4: Modeling & analysis of control system continued Part 2

    20. Day 5: Problem solving with Xcos challenge Part 1

    21. Day 5: Problem solving with Xcos challenge Part 2

    1. Day 1: Introduction to the Engine

    2. Day 1: Elements of an Engine

    3. Day 2: Systems of Engine Dynamics: The Air System

    4. Day 2: Systems of Engine Dynamics: Fuel and Torque Systems

    5. Day 3: Introduction to the Engine Model

    6. Day 4: Design of the Air System

    7. Day 5: Design of the Fuel Subsystem

    8. Day 6: Design of the Torque Subsystem

    9. Day 6: Simulation and Results of the Model

About this course

  • ₹3,999.00
  • 72 lessons
  • 17 hours of video content

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