Automotive Fuels Reference Book Fourth Edition

Author : Paul Richards,Jim Barker
Publisher : SAE International
Page : 802 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2023-11-15
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781468605785

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The earlier editions of this title have been best-selling definitive references for those needing technical information about automotive fuels. This long-awaited latest edition has been thoroughly revised and updated, yet retains the original fundamental fuels information that readers find so useful, This book is written for those with an interest in or a need to understand automotive fuels. Because automotive fuels can no longer be developed in isolation from the engines that will convert the fuel into the power necessary to drive our automobiles, knowledge of automotive fuels will also be essential to those working with automotive engines. Small quantities of fuel additives increasingly play an important role in bridging the gap that often exists between fuel that can easily be produced and fuel that is needed by the ever-more sophisticated automotive engine. This book pulls together in a single, extensively referenced volume, the three different but related topics of automotive fuels, fuel additives, and engines, and shows how all three areas work together. It includes a brief history of automotive fuels development, followed by chapters on automotive fuels manufacture from crude oil and other fossil sources. One chapter is dedicated to the manufacture of automotive fuels and fuel blending components from renewable sources, including e-fuels. The safe handling, transport, and storage of fuels, from all sources, are covered. New combustion systems to achieve reduced emissions and increased efficiency are discussed, and the way in which the fuels’ physical and chemical characteristics affect these combustion processes and the emissions produced are included. As CO2 is now an important emission there is also discussion regarding low and non-carbon fuels and how they might be used. There is also discussion on engine fuel system development and how these different systems affect the corresponding fuel requirements. Because the book is for a global market, fuel system technologies that only exist in the legacy fleet in some markets are included. The way in which fuel requirements are developed and specified is discussed. This covers test methods from simple laboratory bench tests, through engine testing, and long-term test procedures. (ISBN 9781468605785, ISBN 9781468605792, ISBN 9781468605808, DOI 10.4271/9781468605792)

Author : Paul Richards
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 870 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Motor fuels
ISBN : 0768087937

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Automotive Fuels Reference Book - Third Edition by Paul Richards Pdf

The first two editions of this title, published by SAE International in 1990 and 1995, have been best-selling definitive references for those needing technical information about automotive fuels. This long-awaited new edition has been thoroughly revised and updated, yet retains the original fundamental fuels information that readers find so useful. This book is written for those with an interest in or a need to understand automotive fuels. Because automotive fuels can no longer be developed in isolation from the engines that will convert the fuel into the power necessary to drive our automobil.

Author : Keith Owen,Trevor Coley
Publisher : SAE International
Page : 984 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : UOM:39015037823310

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Automotive Fuels Reference Book by Keith Owen,Trevor Coley Pdf

Covers the manufacture, storage, distribution, and handling of gasoline and diesel fuel, combustion and volatility, additives, emissions, racing fuels, and alternative fuels, with appendices on fuel chemistry, emissions legislation worldwide, quality specs, and properties of hydrocarbons. This secon

Author : Paul Richards
Publisher : SAE International
Page : 870 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2014-03-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780768006384

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Automotive Fuels Reference Book by Paul Richards Pdf

The first two editions of this title, published by SAE International in 1990 and 1995, have been best-selling definitive references for those needing technical information about automotive fuels. This long-awaited new edition has been thoroughly revised and updated, yet retains the original fundamental fuels information that readers find so useful. This book is written for those with an interest in or a need to understand automotive fuels. Because automotive fuels can no longer be developed in isolation from the engines that will convert the fuel into the power necessary to drive our automobiles, knowledge of automotive fuels will also be essential to those working with automotive engines. Small quantities of fuel additives increasingly play an important role in bridging the gap that often exists between fuel that can easily be produced and fuel that is needed by the ever-more sophisticated automotive engine. This book pulls together in a single, extensively referenced volume, the three different but related topics of automotive fuels, fuel additives, and engines, and shows how all three areas work together. It includes a brief history of automotive fuels development, followed by chapters on automotive fuels manufacture from crude oil and other fossil sources. One chapter is dedicated to the manufacture of automotive fuels and fuel blending components from renewable sources. The safe handling, transport, and storage of fuels, from all sources, are covered. New combustion systems to achieve reduced emissions and increased efficiency are discussed, and the way in which the fuels’ physical and chemical characteristics affect these combustion processes and the emissions produced are included. There is also discussion on engine fuel system development and how these different systems affect the corresponding fuel requirements. Because the book is for a global market, fuel system technologies that only exist in the legacy fleet in some markets are included. The way in which fuel requirements are developed and specified is discussed. This covers test methods from simple laboratory bench tests, through engine testing, and long-term test procedures.

Author : Paul Richards,Jim Barker
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2023
Category : TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING
ISBN : 1468605801

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Front Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Dedication Page -- Contents -- Preface to First Edition -- Preface to Second Edition -- Preface to Third Edition -- Preface to Fourth Edition -- Chapter 1: Introduction to Automotive Fuels and Their Specification -- References -- Further Reading -- Chapter 2: A History of Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Development -- 2.1 Gasoline -- 2.1.1 The Evolution of the Gasoline Engine -- 2.1.2 Gasoline Development -- 2.2 Diesel Fuel -- 2.2.1 The Evolution of the Diesel Engine -- 2.2.2 Diesel Fuel Development -- References -- Further Reading -- Chapter 3: Manufacture of Gasoline and Diesel Fuel from Crude Oil -- 3.1 Introduction -- 3.2 Crude Oil -- 3.3 Influence of Product Demand Pattern on Processing -- 3.4 Distillation -- 3.5 Cracking Processes -- 3.5.1 Thermal Cracking -- 3.5.2 Visbreaking -- 3.5.3 Coking -- 3.5.4 Catalytic Cracking -- 3.5.5 Hydrocracking -- 3.5.6 Steam Cracking -- 3.6 Catalytic Reforming -- 3.7 Alkylation, Isomerization, and Polymerization -- 3.7.1 Alkylation -- 3.7.2 Isomerization -- 3.7.3 Polymerization -- 3.8 Finishing Processes -- 3.8.1 Caustic Washing -- 3.8.2 Merox Treating -- 3.8.3 Hydrodesulfurization -- 3.9 Oxygenated Gasoline Components -- 3.9.1 Alcohols -- 3.9.2 Ethers -- 3.10 Gasoline Blending -- 3.10.1 Blending Operations -- 3.10.2 Blending Calculations -- 3.10.3 Octane Blending -- 3.10.4 Reid Vapor Pressure (RVP) Blending -- 3.10.5 ASTM Distillation Blending -- 3.11 Diesel Fuel Blending -- 3.11.1 Diesel Blending Operations -- 3.11.2 Diesel Blend Calculations -- References -- Further Reading -- Chapter 4: Manufacture of Gasoline and Diesel Fuel from Non-Crude Oil Fossil Sources -- 4.1 Introduction -- 4.2 Coal to Liquids -- 4.2.1 Direct Coal Liquefaction (DCL) -- 4.2.2 Indirect Coal Liquefaction (ICL) -- 4.3 Gaseous Fuels -- 4.3.1 Gaseous Fuel Supply.

Author : Paul Richards,Jim Barker
Publisher : SAE International
Page : 802 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2023-11-15
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781468605792

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Automotive Fuels Reference Book, Fourth Edition by Paul Richards,Jim Barker Pdf

The earlier editions of this title have been best-selling definitive references for those needing technical information about automotive fuels. This long-awaited latest edition has been thoroughly revised and updated, yet retains the original fundamental fuels information that readers find so useful, This book is written for those with an interest in or a need to understand automotive fuels. Because automotive fuels can no longer be developed in isolation from the engines that will convert the fuel into the power necessary to drive our automobiles, knowledge of automotive fuels will also be essential to those working with automotive engines. Small quantities of fuel additives increasingly play an important role in bridging the gap that often exists between fuel that can easily be produced and fuel that is needed by the ever-more sophisticated automotive engine. This book pulls together in a single, extensively referenced volume, the three different but related topics of automotive fuels, fuel additives, and engines, and shows how all three areas work together. It includes a brief history of automotive fuels development, followed by chapters on automotive fuels manufacture from crude oil and other fossil sources. One chapter is dedicated to the manufacture of automotive fuels and fuel blending components from renewable sources, including e-fuels. The safe handling, transport, and storage of fuels, from all sources, are covered. New combustion systems to achieve reduced emissions and increased efficiency are discussed, and the way in which the fuels’ physical and chemical characteristics affect these combustion processes and the emissions produced are included. As CO2 is now an important emission there is also discussion regarding low and non-carbon fuels and how they might be used. There is also discussion on engine fuel system development and how these different systems affect the corresponding fuel requirements. Because the book is for a global market, fuel system technologies that only exist in the legacy fleet in some markets are included. The way in which fuel requirements are developed and specified is discussed. This covers test methods from simple laboratory bench tests, through engine testing, and long-term test procedures. (ISBN 9781468605785, ISBN 9781468605792, ISBN 9781468605808, DOI 10.4271/9781468605792)

Author : Arthur J. Caines,Roger F. Haycock,John E. Hillier
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 764 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1860584713

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Automotive Lubricants Reference Book by Arthur J. Caines,Roger F. Haycock,John E. Hillier Pdf

The automotive lubricants arena has undergone significant changes since the first edition of this book was published in 1996. Environmental concerns, particularly reagarding improvement of ar quality have been important in recent years, Reduced emmissions are directly related to changes in lubricant specifications and quality, and the second edition of the Automotive Lubricants Reference Book reflects the urgency of such matters by including updated and expanded detail. This second edition also considers the recent phenomenon of increased consolidation within the oil and petroleum additive arenas, which has resulted in fewer poeple for research, devlopment, and implementation, along with fewer competing companies. After reviewing the first edition the authors have fully reviewed and updated the information to fit in with the changes in technology and markets. Chapters include, Introduction and Fundamentals Constituents of Modern Lubricants Crankcase Oil Testing Crankcase Oil Quality Levels and Formulations Practical Experiences with Lubricant Problems Performance Levels, Classification, Specification, and Approval of Engine Lubricants. Other Lubricants for Road Vehicles Other Specialized Oils of Interest Blending, Storage, Purchase, and Use Safety Health, and the Environment The Future.

Author : Jeff Hartman
Publisher : Motorbooks International
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 0760300542

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High-performance Automotive Fuels & Fluids by Jeff Hartman Pdf

High-Performance Automotive Fuels & Fluids Jeff HartmanAn up-to-date technical guide to todays high-performance fuels and fluids, their individual characteristics, and applications for which they are best suited. Includes sections on fuels, lubricants andcoolants, plus the latest data from the fuel system and induction aftermarket. This comprehensive g uide also addresses legal and environmental concerns. Sftbd., 8 1/4x 1 5-8, 128 pgs., 12 b&w ill.

Author : T. K. Garrett
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : UOM:39015024931530

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Automotive Fuels and Fuel Systems: Gasoline by T. K. Garrett Pdf

Author : Joseph Colucci
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2013-03-09
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781468423341

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Future Automotive Fuels by Joseph Colucci Pdf

In October 1975, while the United States was still acutely feeling the aftermath of the 1973 Arab Oil Embargo, the General Motors Research Laboratories held its nineteenth annual symposium. The proceedings of this timely symposium on "Future Automotive Fuels - Prospects, Performance, and Perspective" are reported in this book. We hope that it will serve not only as a permanent record of the papers and discussions, but also as a stimulus and inspiration for ideas, research, and development in the vital field of automotive fuels. The economy of the United States and the lifestyle of her people are woven together with energy into a unique fabric. Reducing the energy content of this fabric weakens it and can even destroy it. The Oil Embargo stunningly demonstrated how easy it is to attack this fabric, and exposed for all to see its greatest weaknes- reliance on imported petroleum. Since petroleum is the only current source of automotive fuels, and cars and trucks consume about 43 percent of the petroleum used in the United States, the Oil Embargo had its most profound and dramatic on automotive transportation: First there were long lines at service stations, impact and then idle lines in car assembly plants and long lines at unemployment offices. Against this grim setting, we planned the symposium on automotive fuels for the future.

Author : International Energy Agency Implementing Agreement on Advanced Motor Fuels. Automotive Fuels Information Service
Publisher : IEA, AFIS/IEA-AMF (Advanced Motor Fuels)
Page : 104 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : UOM:39015042571482

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Automotive Fuels for the Future by International Energy Agency Implementing Agreement on Advanced Motor Fuels. Automotive Fuels Information Service Pdf

Which alternative motor fuels will be in common use tomorrow? Which criteria should be used to assess them? No simple answers exist. Complex trade-offs are involved in the decision-making process. But the most important ingredient for making informed choices is sound information produced by a transparent methodology. Automotive Fuels for the Future offers a digest of basic data on the critical fuel choices for the future. It is a well-balanced compendium of concise technical information, as well as an overview of the essential issues in deciding among alternative fuels. Fuels such as natural gas, LPG or alcohols and biodiesel derived from different feedstocks are considered over the entire cycle from production to use. They are analysed in terms of environmental effects, safety, availability and cost. Their weaknesses and strengths are judged against the yardsticks of established gasoline and diesel technologies. This publication from IEA/AFIS, the information service of the IEA Implementing Agreement on Advanced Motor Fuels, makes this information accessible to the general reader.

Author : Zedong Huang
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2020-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 164534049X

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Emission Control Systems and Automotive Fuel by Zedong Huang Pdf

The book has been written with great emphasis on the troubleshooting and diagnostic aspects of the Emissions Control Systems as well as Automotive Fuel. The book encapsulates all the factors connected to the field of Emissions Control Systems and Automotive Fuel. The contents in this book have been written with coherence to the latest tasks of the NATEF. The book has also been written with an ample amount of focus upon the educational requirement of the students at universities across the globe for those who are doing a course in Automotive Fuels and Emissions Control Systems. Automotive experts have argued that better standards of training are required for the budding technicians in harnessing their skills as well as in diagnosing the procedures. The book will work towards fulfilling these basic as well as the fundamental needs of the technicians as well.

Author : T. K. Garrett
Publisher : Wiley-Blackwell
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : STANFORD:36105010477300

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Automotive Fuels and Fuel Systems by T. K. Garrett Pdf

Author : Joseph Colucci
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2014-01-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1468423355

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Future Automotive Fuels by Joseph Colucci Pdf

Author : Keith Owen,Trevor Coley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 684 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1990-01-01
Category : Motor fuels
ISBN : 156091064X

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Automotive Fuels Handbook by Keith Owen,Trevor Coley Pdf