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Core text for introductory courses in Diesel Mechanics, Heavy Duty Mechanics, Marine Mechanics, and Commercial Transport.

Through a carefully-maintained “building block” approach, this text offers students an easy-to-understand guide to automotive, truck, and heavy equipment diesel engine technology in a single, comprehensive volume. Text focus is on state-of-the-art technology, as well as on the fundamental principles underlying today's technological advances in service and repair procedures. Industry accepted practices are identified; and, students are encouraged to formulate a sound understanding of both the “why” and the “how” of modern diesel engines and equipment.

• Thorough, up-to-date treatment of diesel technology encompasses major advancements in the field, especially recent developments in the use of electronics in heavy-duty trucks, off-highway equipment, and marine applications.

• The text's primary focus is on state-of-the-art “electronic fuel injection” systems such as those being used by such manufacturers as Caterpillar, Cummins, Detroit Diesel, Volvo, and Mack.

• The author's personal involvement and expertise in the diesel industry guarantees a topic treatment with unsurpassed breadth and depth.

  • Brady is the author of eight previous texts in the field, is currently on the Board of Directors of SAE, and is himself a certified automotive and heavy equipment mechanic/technician.

• A systematic, structured organization helps students learn step-by-step, beginning with engine systems, and working logically through intake/exhaust, cooling, lubrication, and fuel injection systems, highlighting major changes in today's modern engines.

• Numerous detailed illustrations, charts, graphs, and tables highlight the latest technology and fundamentals of diesel engines, visually enhancing text narrative.

• An overview and review questions appear in each chapter.

 1. Diesel Engine Operating Fundamentals.


 2. Combustion Systems.


 3. Diesel and Alternative Fuels.


 4. Fuel Filters, Water Separators, and Fuel Heaters.


 5. Types of Fuel Systems.


 6. Mechanical and Electronic Governors.


 7. Safe Working Methods.


 8. Engine Disassembly.


 9. Cylinder Blocks.


10. Flywheels and Housings.


11. Crankshafts, Bearings, Seals, and Dampers.


12. Gear Trains.


13. Camshafts, Balance Shafts, and Valve Operating Mechanism.


14. Cylinder Head and Valves.


15. Pistons and Piston Rings.


16. Cylinder Liners.


17. Connecting Rods.


18. Lubrication Systems.


19. Cooling Systems.


20. Air Inlet and Exhaust Systems.


21. Engine Run-In (Testing).


22. Engine Troubleshooting.


Index.

Diesel Principles/Engines  (Automotive Technology)

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