Advances in Ignition Technology for Combustion Engines
A special issue of Energies (ISSN 1996-1073). This special issue belongs to the section "I2: Energy and Combustion Science".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 July 2024 | Viewed by 896
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Interests: internal combustion engines; combustion control; testing; hybrid systems; hydrogen combustion
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Interests: internal combustion engines; low tempearture combustions; sustainable aeronautical and space propulsion systems; rapid control prototyping; sustainable mobility; hydrogen based-solutions for aeronautics; sustainable hydrogen-based energy plants
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue titled "Advances in Ignition Technology for Combustion Engines" aims to showcase the latest research, advancements, and perspectives in the field of ignition technology and its impact on combustion engines. Ignition plays a vital role in determining engine performance, efficiency, and emissions. With ongoing advancements in spark plug design, ignition systems, control algorithms, and fuel injection strategies, this Special Issue explores the cutting-edge developments and their implications across diverse applications, including automotive, marine, aviation, and power generation.
The Special Issue encompasses a wide range of topics, including advancements in spark plug design and materials, novel ignition system architectures, ignition strategies for alternative fuels, optimization techniques for ignition timing, ignition modeling and simulation, control strategies and algorithms, ignition diagnostics and sensing techniques, ignition technology for advanced combustion modes, and studies on ignition phenomena through experimental and computational approaches.
The Special Issue "Advances in Ignition Technology for Combustion Engines" aims to serve as a comprehensive reference for researchers, practitioners, and industry professionals working in the field. By presenting the latest advancements and future directions in ignition technology, it will contribute to the scientific community's understanding of how ignition technology can enhance combustion engine performance, improve fuel efficiency, and reduce emissions. The published articles will provide valuable insights for addressing the challenges and opportunities in ignition technology and promote sustainable development in the field of combustion engines.
Overall, the Special Issue "Advances in Ignition Technology for Combustion Engines" seeks to advance the knowledge and state of the art in ignition technology and foster collaboration and exchange of ideas among researchers and practitioners working towards more efficient and sustainable combustion engines.
Topics of interest for publication include, but are not limited to:
1. Advancements in spark plug design and materials;
2. Novel ignition system architectures and concepts;
3. Ignition strategies for alternative fuels (e.g., biofuels, hydrogen);
4. Ignition timing optimization techniques;
5. Ignition modelling and simulation;
6. Ignition control strategies and algorithms;
7. Ignition technology for advanced combustion modes (e.g., homogeneous charge compression ignition);
8. Ignition diagnostics and sensing techniques;
9. Ignition technology for emission reduction and aftertreatment systems;
10. Experimental and computational studies on ignition phenomena;
11. Ignition technology for high-efficiency engines;
12. Ignition strategies for lean burn and stratified combustion;
13. Advanced ignition systems for improved cold-start performance;
14. Ignition strategies for reducing engine knock and pre-ignition;
15. Ignition technology for improved combustion stability and control.
Prof. Dr. Vittorio Ravaglioli
Dr. Giacomo Silvagni
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- ignition technology
- combustion engines
- ignition systems
- fuel injection strategies
- alternative fuels
- hydrogen ignition
- ignition modeling
- ignition simulation
- ignition control
- advanced combustion modes
- sensing techniques
- emission reduction
