Thermographic Analysis of Exhaust Gas and Emissions by Varying Catalyst Behaviour and Injection Parameters

Christian Farinango-Herrera, Joshebet Zambrano-Ramón, Edgar Vicente Rojas-Reinoso

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Abstract

This study focuses on the detailed analysis of exhaust emissions from multi-point fuel injection (MPFI) engines by manipulating the injection parameters through a programmable electronic control unit. In addition, tests are carried out using different generations of catalytic converters and checking that their working temperature is correct using a thermographic camera, verifying operation, to evaluate their effect on emission reduction. Detailed comparisons of the results between these configurations will allow the identification of the combination that reduces emissions the most without compromising engine efficiency and performance. This research aims to promote a more sustainable approach in the automotive sector by properly configuring systems, but also by demonstrating the technical robustness of their application in vehicles. It has also helped to verify that varying injection and ignition parameters help to fine-tune fuel injection, resulting in efficient combustion. Combining this variation with catalytic converters has further reduced exhaust pollutants.

Original languageEnglish
Article number1417
JournalEnergies
Volume17
Issue number6
DOIs
StatePublished - Mar 2024

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Keywords

  • catalytic converter
  • emissions regulations
  • exhaust emissions
  • ignition advance
  • injection pulse
  • programmable ECU
  • thermographic camera

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