Homogeneous Charge Compression Ignition (HCCI) Webinar
I.D. # WB1013 Duration 6 Hours
The objective of this Webinar is to describe the significance, technology and application of Homogeneous Charge Compression Ignition (HCCI), as it applies to improvements in all facets of an automotive powertrain. This Webinar will provide an overview and historical perspective of HCCI technologies, a hardware review, and an explanation of the differences between gasoline and diesel based HCCI, as well as the chemistry. HCCI control and Kinetics of HCCI combustion will be covered.

Participants with a practical understanding of internal combustion technology and systems will gain an appreciation for HCCI and its application to the automotive marketplace. This webinar will expose you to the emerging technologies in HCCI design and operation that can significantly improve operational efficiencies. The fundamental science and implementation technology of the various HCCI systems 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:
  • Identify, describe and explain the various types of Homogeneous Charge Compression Ignition (HCCI) Systems including gasoline-based and diesel-based
  • Recognize the hardware used in an HCCI system
  • Review the chemistry of an HCCI
  • Examine HCCI control
  • Describe the kinetics of HCCI combustion
  • Discuss new engine 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
  • Overview and Historical Perspective of HCCI Technologies
  • Hardware Review
  • Introduction to the Gasoline-Based HCCI
  • Introduction to the Diesel-Based HCCI
Session 2
  • The Chemistry of HCCI
  • HCCI Control
  • Kinetics of HCCI Combustions
Session 3
  • New Engine Technology
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: $525 SAE Members*: $420 - $473
                                                                                
* 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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