ME4540

Internal Combustion Engines I

An introduction to the thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and performance of internal combustion engines, including an introduction to engine types and their operation, engine design and operating parameters, ideal thermodynamics cycles, the thermodynamics of actual working fluids and the actual cycles, gas exchange processes, heat losses, performance, exhaust gas analysis and air pollution. May include laboratory exercises. Cross-listed with ME 5540. Generally offered fall.Additional Requirement(s): Major standingPrerequisite(s): ME 3500

ME457, ME5540

School of Egr. and Comp. Sci.