DIPS

Project: DIPS - Development of the Wall Structure of the Diesel Engine Combustion Chamber

Contact: Senior Research Scientist Jaana Tamminen
Email: jaana.tamminen@hut.fi
Tel. +358-9-451 3458

The aim is to develop component-specific heat insulation coatings and structures of the combustion chamber of the diesel engine.

Suitable materials will be identified and the structure of coatings and constructions will be optimised. Testing will be carried out in laboratory conditions and in test engines.

The project is being carried out at two research institutions:

• Tampere University of Technology, Dept of material science (development of heat resistant and corrosion proof materials and coatings)
• Helsinki University of Technology, Internal Combustion Engine Laboratory (development of components, design, and engine technology)

Two industrial partners are actively taking part in the project:

• Wärtsilä Technology
• Patria Finavitec

Following two figures present a model of a medium speed diesel engine piston with a ceramic coating, and a photo of a coating process by plasma spray.

Resulting technology will help in designing efficient and environmentally friendly combustion engine utilizing a diesel combustion system.