Precombustion chamber and compression chamber

In summary, the difference between precombustion chamber and compression chamber in diesel engines (indirect injection) is that indirect injection uses an auxiliary combustion chamber to achieve rapid fuel-air mixing, while direct injection puts the combustion chamber in the piston bowl and relies on inlet port and piston design for turbulence.
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i 'd like to ask abt the difference between precombustion chamber and compression chamber which used in diesel engines (indirect injection)??
 
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What do you want to know? Indirect injection has traditionally been used for small, high-speed engines where the rapid fuel-air mixing required is achieved by air being forced into an auxiliary combustion chamber toward the end of the compression stroke. This chamber promotes highly turbulent flow, and when the fuel is injected, high mixing rates can be achieved. The resulting pressure rise causes the combustion gases to expand into the main chamber, where combustion continues, and the resulting turbulence aids complete combustion. A direct injection design (as seen on traditional large diesel engines, and in modern small engines) puts the combustion chamber into the piston bowl, and relies on inlet port and piston design to create the necessary turbulence for combustion.
 

FAQ: Precombustion chamber and compression chamber

What is a precombustion chamber?

A precombustion chamber is a small chamber located within the main combustion chamber of an engine. Its purpose is to provide a controlled environment for fuel and air to mix and ignite before entering the main combustion chamber.

How does a precombustion chamber work?

The precombustion chamber works by injecting fuel and air into the chamber at high pressure, creating a turbulent mixture. This mixture is then ignited by a spark plug or other ignition source, causing it to rapidly expand and ignite the fuel in the main combustion chamber.

What is the role of the compression chamber in an engine?

The compression chamber, also known as the compression cylinder, is responsible for compressing the fuel and air mixture before it enters the combustion chamber. This compression increases the air density, allowing more fuel to be burned and producing more power.

What is the difference between a precombustion chamber and a compression chamber?

The precombustion chamber and compression chamber serve different functions in an engine. The precombustion chamber is responsible for igniting the fuel and air mixture, while the compression chamber is responsible for compressing the mixture before ignition.

Do all engines have precombustion chambers and compression chambers?

No, not all engines have precombustion chambers and compression chambers. These components are most commonly found in diesel engines, but some gasoline engines may also have them for increased efficiency and power.

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