Diagnostic Tools for Reciprocating Engine Cogeneration Systems. Phase 1, Final Report June 1989-December 1989

摘要

The report covers the first phase of a program undertaken to develop diagnostic and monitoring tools for gas-fueled reciprocating engines. Results of the work included development of an on-line oil quality sensor, development of an ignition monitoring technique, and preliminary testing of an integrated, microprocessor-based diagnostic system. Economic constraints, however, do exist for monitoring systems and they would only be viable for small engines if produced in large volumes. A modular approach to system installation would seem to allow application to the largest number of engines by allowing tailoring of system costs to the application.