Acquiring fundamental knowledge about processes in propulsion systems based on the application of internal combustion engines, with a focus on designing mechatronics-based control systems for these processes. Gaining basic theoretical and practical knowledge in the application of mechatronic systems in propulsion systems based on internal combustion engines. Acquiring experience in the functioning and application of sensors, actuators, and electronic control units in the mechatronic systems of modern engines.

The student possesses fundamental theoretical knowledge of the operation processes of propulsion systems based on internal combustion engines and has a more detailed understanding of the processes and phenomena of mixture formation and combustion in internal combustion engines, which are key aspects around which most mechatronic systems in modern propulsion systems based on internal combustion engines are built. The student is capable of analyzing methods for managing the mixture formation and combustion processes using the mechatronic system concept, through the selection of appropriate sensors, actuators, and control units. They have basic knowledge necessary for the development of control algorithms for the ECU (Electronic Control Unit). Additionally, the student is trained in fundamental techniques for calibrating software parameters within ECU applications.

1. Introductory topics on IC Engines; 2. Fundamentals of IC engine work process; 3. Phenomena of mixture formation in ICE; 4. Fuel injection - practical problems, realization, modern concepts; 5. Mixture ignition and combustion; 6. ICE mechatronics; 7. Sensors - classification and characteristics; 8. Actuators - classification and characteristics; 9. Microcontroller - architecture, peripherals and communication interfaces. 10. Automotive networks and communication protocols; 11. Management of the process of mixture formation and combustion in ICE. 12. Control of the air-fuel mixture and knock in IC Engines.

Computational examples in the field of mixture formation in IC engines. Computational tasks in the field of motor sensors and digital acquisition. Display of angular position and angular velocity sensors, control and command oriented position sensors, intake air mass flow, engine fluid temperature, pressure and knock. Display and operation of turbocharger group actuators, variable intake air distribution systems. Examples of microcontrollers for ICE applications. Demonstration of control of air-fuel mixture composition and knock.

No particular requirements for attending this course

* Engine mechatronics - handouts * Test bench for IC engines with complete measuring and control infrastructure * Platforms for demonstration of mechatronic systems on IC engines

Total assigned hours: 65

New material: 20
Elaboration and examples (recapitulation): 10

Auditory exercises: 20
Laboratory exercises: 0
Calculation tasks: 0
Seminar paper: 0
Project: 0
Consultations: 0
Discussion/workshop: 0
Research study work: 0

Review and grading of calculation tasks: 0
Review and grading of lab reports: 0
Review and grading of seminar papers: 0
Review and grading of the project: 0
Test: 15
Test: 0
Final exam: 0

Activity during lectures: 0
Test/test: 35
Laboratory practice: 0
Calculation tasks: 15
Seminar paper: 20
Project: 0
Final exam: 30
Requirement for taking the exam (required number of points): 40

U. Kincke, L. Nielsen: Automotive Control Systems, Springer Verlag, 2004, ISBN 3-540-23139-0; ; H. Zhao: Advanced direct injection combustion engine technologies and development Vol.1 i 2,; G. Stiesch: Modeling Engine Spray and Combustion Processes, Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg, 2003, ISBN 978-3-540-00682-4;; BOSCH Automotive Sensors, 2002, ISBN-3-934584-50-0; BOSCH Gasoline Engine Management, ISBN 0-7680-0510-8