@inproceedings{1edb3714615a41f2bb2561feff71671a,
title = "Energetic-nanoparticle-enhanced combustion of liquid fuels in a rapid compression machine",
abstract = "An aerosol rapid compression machine is developed to investigate energetic-nanoparticle-enhanced combustion of liquid fuels using ethanol and aluminum nanoparticles as a model system. An ultrasonic nozzle is used to nebulize neat ethanol and mixtures containing nanoparticles for ignition delay tests in the rapid compression machine. It is determined that 2%-weight nano-aluminum can lead to a dramatic reduction in the ignition delay (90%). The aerosol is introduced to the rapid compression machine through a poppet valve that is optimized by CFD simulations to maximize turbulent mixing and improve charge homogeneity.",
author = "Allen, {Casey M.} and Tonghun Lee",
year = "2009",
doi = "10.2514/6.2009-227",
language = "English (US)",
isbn = "9781563479694",
series = "47th AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting including the New Horizons Forum and Aerospace Exposition",
publisher = "American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc.",
booktitle = "47th AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting including the New Horizons Forum and Aerospace Exposition",
}