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Mohankpvk
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Please Suggest me some good books(introductory level) to understand detonation in engines.
Good books to understand detonation in engines
- Context: Automotive
- Thread starter Mohankpvk
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Discussion Overview
The discussion focuses on recommendations for introductory-level books that explain detonation in engines, particularly in the context of internal combustion engines. Participants seek to clarify the specific meaning of detonation and provide various resources for understanding the topic.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory, Technical explanation
Main Points Raised
- One participant requests suggestions for introductory books on detonation in engines.
- Another participant clarifies that detonation may refer to engine knock and provides a link to a Wikipedia article for further information.
- A suggestion is made to refer to M.A. Nettleton's book "Gaseous Detonations: Their Nature, Effects and Control" published in 1987.
- Another book recommended is "IC Engine" by M.L. Mathur and R.P. Sharma.
- One participant mentions that John Heywood's "Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals" is highly regarded among experts and notes the release of its second edition.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants provide various book recommendations, but there is no consensus on a single definitive resource or understanding of detonation, indicating multiple perspectives on the topic.
Contextual Notes
Some participants may have different interpretations of "detonation," which could affect the relevance of the suggested books.
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