INDUSTRIAL VEHICLES

The diesel engine is an internal combustion engine in which ignition of the fuel which is injected into the combustion chamber is caused by the elevated temperature of the air in the cylinder due to mechanical compression. Diesel engines work by compressing only the air and contrasts with spark-ignition engines such as petrol engine or gas engine, which use a spark plug to ignite an air-fuel mixture. They have the highest thermal efficiency (engine efficiency) of any practical internal or external combustion engines. Diesel engines may be designed as either two-stroke or four-stroke cycles and they are used in submarines, ships, locomotives, trucks and heavy equipment. They will continue to be viable for the near future for several reasons. Primarily, diesel models will continue to account for the overwhelming majority of global medium and heavy motor vehicle engines because they offer greater torque, and are more durable and fuel-efficient than comparable gasoline engines. They also have a longer lifespan, lower maintenance requirements, and higher residual value. Second, diesel engine fuel is less expensive than gasoline in numerous countries, helping make diesel light vehicles popular in these areas. Third, while electric and hybrid vehicles are expected to capture market share from diesel models in mature markets with demanding emissions regulations, this will only have a limited impact on demand at the global level. The infrastructure required for widespread electric vehicle is still lacking in most countries and will take years to develop. Advanced diesel models can also get better mileage than some gasoline-electric hybrid vehicles. De Lorenzo proposes for this category a simulator that allows for a complete and easy learning of the techniques used in the electronic injection systems of the Diesel engines and reproduces a turbo-diesel injection system for heavy vehicles. It is supplied with a CAI software and fault simulator for troubleshooting. It is recommended for professional institutes, vocational schools and technical colleges.