Joel Mortimer
- jrmortimer@student.unimelb.edu.au
- GM01, Building 170
Thesis Title
An experimental and modelling study of a highly efficient, hydrogen fuelled, internal combustion engine
Research overview
Motivated by global warming and the imperative to phase out fossil fuels, this research explores the potential of hydrogen as a zero-carbon fuel. It is focused on developing a high-efficiency, hydrogen-fueled internal combustion engine for power generation. Using an innovative system for direct fuel injection and ignition, high power and efficiency are being sought whilst avoiding detrimental abnormal combustion phenomena. Water injection, blending of hydrogen with natural gas and the use of efficient engine cycles are being investigated to these ends.
Supervisors
Qualifications
B.Eng. Materials and Mechanical Systems, Australian National University, Australia (2007)