A/F Ratio & BSFC: Q&A to Understand Effects

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the influence of the air/fuel ratio on engine output and brake specific fuel consumption (BSFC), along with inquiries about the effects of engine output levels and injection timing. The scope includes theoretical and conceptual aspects related to engine performance and fuel efficiency.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks to understand the influence of the air/fuel ratio on engine output and BSFC.
  • Another participant questions why BSFC increases at low engine output.
  • A further inquiry is made regarding the improvement of BSFC as engine output increases.
  • There is a question about the effects of early and late injection timing on engine performance.
  • One participant mentions looking at the Ricardo E6 C.I. Engine and expresses a desire for general influences.

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The discussion does not appear to reach a consensus, as multiple questions remain unanswered and participants express varying levels of confusion and need for clarification.

Contextual Notes

Some assumptions about engine types and specific conditions may not be fully articulated, and the discussion lacks detailed responses to the posed questions.

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I have few questions as i am bit confused

Q1. I want to know what are the influence of the air/fuel ratio on engine output and Brake specific fuel consumption (BSFC).

Q2. why bsfc increases at low engine output?

Q3. why bsfc improves as engine output increases?

Q4. what are the effects of early and late injection timing?
 
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What sort of engine are you enquiring about?
 
i am looking at Ricardo E6 C.I. Engine. I just want to know general influences.
 

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