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Infrared Degenerate Four-wave Mixing with Upconversion Detection for Quantitative Gas Sensing
Published on: March 22, 2019
High-speed laser-induced fluorescence and spark plug absorption sensor diagnostics for mixing and combustion studies
Michael Cundy1, Torsten Schucht, Olaf Thiele
1Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, W. E. Lay Automotive Laboratory, 1231 Beal Avenue, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-2133, USA. mcundy@umich.edu
Abstract:
Simultaneous high-speed in-cylinder measurements of laser-induced fluorescence of biacetyl as a fuel tracer and mid-infrared broadband absorption of fuel and combustion products (water and carbon dioxide) using a spark plug probe are compared in an optical engine. The study addresses uncertainties and the applicability of absorption measurements at a location slightly offset to the spark plug when information about mixing at the spark plug is desired. Absorbance profiles reflect important engine operation events, such as valve opening and closing, mixing, combustion, and outgassing from crevices.
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