Research Directions for Homogenous Charge Combustion Ignition Engine

Abstract

Homogenous Charge Combustion Ignition Engine (HCCI) technology is an advanced engine technology developed in 1989. Several attempts are being made for the performance improvement and field applications of HCCI engines. Simulation models and laboratory experiments confirm that the HCCI technology is superior to the conventional Internal Combustion engines. However, the HCCI research is in nascent stage today. Focused research is required to bring this technology in commercial use. This paper aims to investigate the future directions for study of Homogenous Charge Compression Ignition engines. Review articles from last ten years were studied in detail. The conclusions and future directions suggested by all papers are critically examined, tabulated and analyzed. Common conclusions are separately presented and the specific conclusions of the papers are compared so as to develop a methodology to carry out further research in the field of Internal Combustion engines.