Variable Compression Ratio (VCR) Webinar
I.D. # WB1012 Duration 4 Hours
The objective of this webinar is to describe all the significance, technology and application of Variable Compression Ratio (VCR) as it applies to improvements in all facets of an automotive powertrain. The webinar will present the theoretical improvements to engine system performance and efficiency and the historical and modern approaches to VCR systems. An overview of direct injection of gasoline and diesel fuels will presented, including the historical perspective of DI technologies.

Participants with a practical understanding of internal combustion technology and systems will gain an appreciation for VCR and its application to the automotive marketplace. This webinar will expose you to the emerging technologies in VCR operation that can significantly improve operational efficiencies. The fundamental science and implementation technology of the Variable Compression Ratio and Direct Injection will be presented. You will learn how the Engine Control Module (ECM) uses information related to the operational status to implement real-time running efficiency of the engine and how the ECM affects changes in the operation of the engine through the control systems that manage its operation. With this understanding, you will be able to derive your own set of improvement criteria that could be made to address the limitations of current engine technology.
Learning Objectives
By connecting with this webinar, you will be able to:
  • Describe theoretical improvements to engine system performance and efficiency
  • Identify historical mechanisms to implement VCR technology
  • Describe modern approaches to VCR systems
  • Outline practical results through implementation of this technology
Who Should Attend
This intermediate level webinar is appropriate for a number of design and engineering disciplines including, but not limited to: design engineers and engineering managers, automotive engine designers, component suppliers, engine test and development engineers, design services managers, and others who require the technological knowledge to perform their respective job functions.
Prerequisites
You should have a practical understanding of current internal combustion technology and systems. An undergraduate engineering degree, or a strong technical background, is highly recommended. Basic knowledge of algebra and physics is essential.
Seminar Content
Session 1
  • Variable Compression Ratio (VCR) Engine Design
  • Theoretical Improvements to Engine System Performance and Efficiency
  • Historical Mechanisms to Implement VCR
Session 2
  • Modern Approaches to VCR Systems
  • Practical Results
Instructor(s): W. Mark McVea
Mark McVeaDr. William Mark McVea, P.E., is currently Chief Technology Officer for Torvec, Inc., an industry leader in the design and development of patented powertrain engineering technology used primarily in the automotive industry. He is also President and Principal Engineer of KBE+, Inc. where Dr. McVea and his team design and develop complete powertrains for automotive and off-highway vehicles. His prior positions include Professor of Vehicle Dynamics and Powertrain Sciences in the Mechanical Engineering Department at the Rochester Institute of Technology and adjunct professor at Purdue University in their Automotive Sciences Department. He was also formerly a manager of the CAE group within a tier-one powertrain supplier to global automotive markets, a consulting engineer in vehicle dynamics with Gear Consultants, Inc., and a project manager of traction systems for off-highway vehicles with Clark-Hurth International.

Dr. McVea has published extensively on the topics of transmission systems, automated design assistant systems, knowledge systems and knowledge based engineering in general. He also holds or is listed as co-inventor on numerous patents related to mechanical power transmissions. Dr. McVea holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the Rochester Institute of Technology, a Ph.D. in Design Engineering from Purdue University and is a licensed Professional Engineer.

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Fees: $405 SAE Members*: $324 - $365
                                                                                
* The appropriate SAE Member discount will be applied through the Registration process.  Discounts vary according to level of membership: Elite Member 20%; Premium Member 15%; Classic Member 10%
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