Implementation of multiple-pulse injection strategies to enhance the homogeneity for simultaneous low-NOx and -soot diesel combustion

The diesel combustion implemented with the use of a homogeneous lean charge has shown to produce simultaneous reduction of nitrogen oxides (NOx) and soot emissions at low-load conditions. Similarly, at higher load levels, a cylinder charge mixture weakened by the use of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) and enhanced homogeneity has also shown to result in simultaneous reduction of NOx and soot emissions. In this study multiple-shot injection experiments have been investigated as a means to enhance the homogeneity for simultaneous low-NOx and low-soot combustion at both low- and moderate-load conditions. Up to 8 fuel injection pulses per cylinder per cycle were applied to modulate the homogeneity history. The empirical results were conducted under independently controlled EGR, intake boost, and exhaust backpressure to enhance the flexibility in adapting the engine boundary conditions towards this type of combustion. Test results have been presented in increasing the engine load up to 9 bar IMEP.