Homogeneous Charge Compression Ignition (HCCI) Technology Continues To Develop Offering Higher Efficiency and Other Benefits
Homogeneous Charge Compression Ignition (HCCI)
Homogeneous charge compression ignition (HCCI) is a combustion mode that does not use spark plugs or injectors. Instead, auto ignition occurs simultaneously in multiple spots throughout the volume of the in-cylinder charge gas when it reaches chemical activation energy. Compared to conventional compression ignition (CI) and spark ignition combustion (SI), HCCI is noticeably faster and provides higher thermal efficiency. Various types of fuels, including alternative and renewable fuels, can be used in HCCI mode.
Despite the significantly
development of this technology in recent years, it still faces some
challenges. These include combustion phase control, narrow operating range,
cold start, high noise, and homogeneous charge preparation. In order to
overcome these problems, it is important to develop new Homogeneous Charge Compression Ignition (HCCI) engines
that utilize innovative combustion techniques and fuels.
According to Coherent
Market Insights the Homogeneous
Charge Compression Ignition (HCCI) Market Global Industry Insights,
Trends, Outlook, and Opportunity Analysis, 2022-2028.
The
internal combustion engine is the backbone of modern society and is widely
criticized for its harmful emissions, especially nitrogen oxides (NOx) and
particulate matter (PM). Strict emission regulations and global warming are
driving forces in research of advanced engines that will replace conventional
internal combustion engines in the near future.
One
of the most promising engine technologies is Homogeneous Charge Compression
Ignition, or Homogeneous
Charge Compression Ignition (HCCI). The technology combines
the best aspects of conventional diesel and gasoline engines into one new type
of ignition system that promises low emissions while improving fuel efficiency
and performance.
However,
HCCI is a complex system and there are many challenges that need to be solved
before it can be used commercially. Jason Fenske of Engineering Explained
tackles some of the most common issues that can affect HCCI-powered vehicles in
an episode of his popular podcast series:
The
basic premise behind Homogeneous charge compression ignition (HCCI) is that the
in-cylinder air-fuel mixture is highly diluted and the cylinder temperature
remains low throughout the compression stroke, thereby producing simultaneous
auto-ignition at numerous points in the cylinder. The result is that the
equivalence ratio of the in-cylinder air-fuel mixture becomes much lower than
it would be with spark ignition combustion, which reduces both NOx and soot
emissions. Some of the major companies involved with manufacturing of
homogeneous charge compression ignition engine are Honda Motor Co., Ltd., BMW AG,
Hyundai Motor Company, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Robert Bosch GmbH,
The Nissan Motor Company, Daimler AG , BorgWarner Inc., Volkswagen Group of
America, Inc., Ltd., INFINITI, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, Mazda Motor Corporation,
and Audi AG.
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