Hydrothermal Biomass-Fueled Engines

[Frederick J Sparber]

-----Original Message-----
From: Dave J. Andruczyk <dave at scarlet.buffalostate.edu>
To: diy_efi at efi332.eng.ohio-state.edu <diy_efi at efi332.eng.ohio-state.edu>
Date: Thursday, June 11, 1998 6:03 PM
Subject: Re: Hydrothermal Biomass-Fueled Engines

Dave J. Andruczyk wrote:


>>      If you are talking about introducing this into the intake stream at
>>      the 1500-3200 PSI, then electronic fuel injectors are out. Most, if
>>      not all, are designed to operate at around 100psi max before they
lock
>>      open. There may be special apps available, but I'm not aware of any.
>>
>>      As for what would work, I'd have to say a direct injection type
setup
>>      like they use on diesel engines. Perhaps you could modify it to
>>      electronically control the hydraulics...would be pretty cool :)
>>
>>      Sandia eh? Argonne is a lot better... ;)
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>Nitrus injectors are designed for about 900-1000 Psi,  I bet there are
>suppliers of "heavy duty" nitrus grade injectors rated for 2000 psi or
>higher ( for obvious safety reasons..)

Thanks a bunch, Dave.

I had figured that the "rail" pressure could be reduced to about 1200 psig
using a regulator to smooth out the exhaust heat exchanger.

Regards,   Frederick
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>dave
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