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Old 03-02-2014, 04:05 PM   #75 (permalink)
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. . . will look at the BMEP equation and realize that any modifications that maximize BMEP will yield more power at the given rpm.
I feel it is important to note:
#1> Significant difference between power and energy.
#2> More Power does not necessarily mean more energy.

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These and other performance modifications certainly result in increased effective cylinder pressure, but which ones are relevant to the goal of the Ecomodder?
Only those that increase the net energy efficiency.

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We do not want to drive around at nearly full throttle all the time, but as many of us know, this is the throttle setting for a spark ignited gasoline engine that results in the best power output for the lowest fuel input or the lowest BSFC ( Brake-specific-fuel-consumption ).
A gross over simplification ... not always correct ... but , will let it go at that for now.

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ok ... go on.
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