Performance Automotive
Engine Math
Livre / Workshop en anglais de John Baechtel
This book walks readers through the complete engine, showcasing the methodology required to define each specific parameter, and how to translate the engineering math to the hard measurements reflected in various engine parts.
Designing the engine to work as a system of related components is no small task, but the ease with which Baechtel escorts the reader through the process makes this book perfect for both the budding engine enthusiast and the professional builder.
Pages : 160
Size : 8.5 X 11 (inches)
Format : Paperback / softback
Illustrations : 175 Color Photos
Publisher : CarTech
ISBN : 9781934709474
Chapter 1: Basic Math and ScienceCore Principles Chapter 2: Engine Displacement Cylinder Bore Diameter Stroke LengthCalculating DisplacementCalculating Overbore DisplacementCalculating Bore and Stroke Relationships Bore/Stroke and Rod/Stroke RatiosMetric ConversionsEquivalent DisplacementWhat is Bore Spacing? Sonic Checking Practie CalculationsDisplacement Formulas at a Glance Chapter 3: Compression RatioFactors Affecting Compression RatioFinding V2 Displacement RatioCranking CompressionCompression Ratio Formulas at a Glance Chapter 4: Piston Speed Maximum Piston SpeedPiston AccelerationCalculating RPM Limits Engine Balancing and Overbalancing Calculating Piston PositionPiston Speed Formulas at a Glance Chapter 5: Brake Horsepower and TorqueCalculating Horsepower from Torque How to Read a Dyno Sheet, Part 1Horsepower and Torque RatingsIndicated HorsepowerIndicated TorqueBrake Mean Effective Pressure Mechanical EfficiencyTorque and HP Formulas at a Glance Chapter 6: Induction Math Engine Air Capacity Volumetric Efficiency Intake ManifoldsStreet Carburetor vs Race Carburetor Choosing Throttle Body Size Calculating Turbocharger Carburetor SizeSizing a Turbocharger Boost and Supercharger Drive RatiosWave TuningRam Effects and Inlet CoolingHow to Calculate Runner Cross SectionInduction Formulas at a Glance Chapter 7: Cylinder Head MathConverting Combustion Chamber Sizes Evaluating Port Volumes Calculating Valve Curtain Area Calculating Optimum Port Area from Valve SizeCalculating Minimum Port Area Calculating Port VelocityEstimating Peak Engine Speed from AirflowPredicting Horsepower from AirflowLooking at Valve-Lift-to-Diameter Ratios Comparing Flow at Different Test PressuresUnderstanding Exhaust-to-Intake RatioCylinder Head Formulas at a Glance Chapter 8: Exhaust System MathPipeMax Exhaust System CalculationsCalculating Primary Tube Cross Section Calculating Primary Tube LengthCalculating Collector Diameter and Length Food for ThoughtExhaust System Wave DynamicsExhaust System Formulas at a Glance Chapter 9: Fuel System Math Understanding BSFCHow to Read a Dyno Sheet, Part 2Fuel System Calculations Fuel System Formulas at a Glance Chapter 10: Atmospherics and Combustion Math Atmospheric Effects on Engine Performance Density AltitudePerformance Weather Stations Lambda and Air/Fuel RatiosDynamometer Correction Factors Atmospheric/Combustion Formulas at a Glance Chapter 11: Camshaft Math Lobe Centers Understanding Cam SpecsCalculating Valve Lift Finding TDCDegreeing the CamCalculating Valve Overlap Camshaft Formulas at a Glance Chapter 12: Tools and Equipment Measurement Tools, Standards and Accuracy Chapter 13: How To Build an Engine Math Spreadsheet Finding DisplacementFinding Piston Speed Finding Stroke Length Other CalculatorsEngine Build/Content SheetEngine Assembly Sheet Chapter 14: Engine Simulation and Modeling SoftwarePerformance Trends Racing Systems Analysis Comp Cams/ProRacing SimMotion Software Support Programs
