Experiments
PART A
1 Lab layout, calibration of instruments and standards to be discussed
2 Determination of Flash point and Fire point of lubricating oil using Abel Pensky and Marten’s (closed) / Cleveland’s (Open Cup) Apparatus.
3 Determination of Calorific value of solid, liquid and gaseous fuels.
4 Determination of Viscosity of lubricating oil using Redwoods, Saybolt and Torsion Viscometers.
5 Valve Timing/port opening diagram of an I.C. Engine.
PART B
6 Performance Tests on I.C. Engines, Calculations of IP, BP, Thermal efficiency, Volumetric efficiency, Mechanical efficiency, SFC, FP, A:F Ratio, heat balance sheet for
a. Four stroke Diesel Engine
b. Four stroke Petrol Engine
c. Multi Cylinder Diesel/Petrol Engine, (Morse test)
d. Two stroke Petrol Engine Variable Compression Ratio I.C. Engine.
7 Measurements of Exhaust Emissions of Petrol engine.
8 Measurements of Exhaust Emissions of Diesel engine.
PART C (OPTIONAL)
9 Visit to Automobile Industry/service stations.
10 Demonstration of pθ , pV plots using Computerized IC engine test rig
Course Outcomes:
At the end of the course, the student will be able to:
CO1: Perform experiments to determine the properties of fuels and oils.
CO2: Conduct experiments on engines and draw characteristics.
CO3: Test basic performance parameters of I.C. Engine and implement the knowledge in industry.
CO4: Identify exhaust emission, factors affecting them and exhibit his competency towards preventive maintenance of IC engines.
Scheme of Examination:
ONE question from part A: 30 Marks
ONE question from part B: 50 Marks
Viva –Voice : 20 Marks
Total : 100 Marks