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The problem with that last paragraph is you
still need to produce an atomised spray, even
if it's coal particulates; one of the reasons
that the powerplants that utilise Bunker 'A'
(one step up from road tar) still use air-blast
injection. |
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In terms of stratified-charge internal
combustion, it's worth considering. But if you
look at imagery of a Diesel injection plume,
you'll see that it starts to burn as soon as it
exits the injector into the hot, compressed air
in the whirl chamber. |
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As far as the issue of building an engine that can handle
multiple types/qualities andor contaminated fuels, the
mechanical variable-compression regulator on the White
Multifuel is a simpler and fully baked solution, but kudos
for creativity. |
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The only things the White won't burn are high-octane avgas
and pure distilled water, and it'll take a good run at the
water before it gives up, and it's all down to this little
doohickey with a spring and flat bit that makes the engine
go "BRRAA-APP!!" when it moves to a new position. Unless
this fancy dual injector of yours makes humorous noises
and never, ever breaks or wears out, I'll stick with the
compression regulator. |
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Propane assisted diesel has a similar goal of using a
small amount of clean-burning fuel to improve
overall combustion. |
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Yes, but what if you're still wearing the
overalls when they catch fire? |
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