Experimental Rotary Engines: Model 32
Tags: internal combustion engine alternative energy fuel hybrid efficient hydrogen gasoline biodiesel oil ethanol graphite
Length: 4:20
Description: This follow-up to my previous videos summarizes the current design for the benefit of those that are experimenting with Model 30 based engines. Model 32 is not yet finished but most of the mechanics are in place. It's been dry run & tested for compression, friction & wear. Performance so far is superior to Model 30. Completing the control electronics & firmware will require more time.
Model 32 is similar to Model 30 (previous videos) except that: the rotors are steel lined with graphite; the vanes pivot (rather than slide); vane engagement is electronically controlled; seals, accuracy & fit are improved; parts count & reciprocating masses are reduced; rotor phase angle is adjustable to provide expansion ratios approaching 30:1; compression ratios are adequate for burning vegetable/diesel oil using direct fuel injection; the Lexan cover is replaced by a dimensionally more stable aluminum reinforced plate glass. Fins will be routed into the exterior body as needed for cooling. I should finish evaluating Model 32 by fall '07. The next design (Model 33) inherits much from Model 32, except that it uses 1 rotor & 2 vanes.
The purpose of this open source program is to develop more fuel efficient ICE's capable of operating on a variety of fuels for the benefit of our environment, our economy & our future. This material is offered freely in the hope that it may be useful & inspiring to tinkerers world-wide wishing to improve Internal Combustion Engine technology. -Dave
Author: RotaryICEman
Source: YouTube
