Methanol decomposition bottoming cycle for IC enginesThis paper presents the concept of methanol decomposition using engine exhaust heat, and examines its potential for use in the operation of passenger cars, diesel trucks, and diesel-electric locomotives. Energy economy improvements of 10-20% are calculated over the representative driving cycles without a net loss in power. Some reductions in exhaust emissions are also projected.
Document ID
19790056761
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Purohit, G. (Jet Propulsion Lab., California Inst. of Tech. Pasadena, CA, United States)
Houseman, J. (California Institute of Technology, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena Calif., United States)