ME147 Automobile Engineering l-t-p-cr: 3-0-0- 3 Prerequisite



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ME147 Automobile Engineering

L-T-P-Cr: 3-0-0- 3

Prerequisite: Elementary knowledge of thermodynamics and mechanics of Solid.

Objective: Learn about different parts of automobile and understand their working principle.

Outcome: Students understand the function of principle components of automobile, and with the help of machine design theory, they able to design motor vehicles.

Module 1: Introduction: overview of different components of an automobile, classification of engines, Otto cycle, Diesel cycle. Automotive engines: four-stroke engine, two-stroke engine, engine construction, cylinder block, cylinder head, cylinder liners, crankcase, piston, piston rings, connecting rod, crankshaft, camshaft, valves, valve operating mechanism, valve-timing diagrams, engine performance characteristics, tractive resistance. Lectures 10

Module 2: Fuel system: Fuel supply systems in petrol and diesel engines, fuel pump for petrol engine, simple carburettor, types of carburettor, petrol injection, MPFI system, fuel pump for diesel engine, fuel injector for diesel engine. Ignition system: battery ignition systems, magneto ignition systems, and electronic ignition system. Lubrication systems: characteristics of lubricants, types of engine lubrication. Cooling system: methods of cooling, air cooling, water cooling system. Lectures 10

Module 3: Chassis frames: function and construction of chassis, conventional and frameless. Wheels and tyres: wire wheel, disc wheel, pneumatic tyres. Lectures 03

Module 4: Spring and suspension system: types of springs, leaf spring, hotch-kiss arrangement, types of suspension system, independent front suspension, independent rear suspension, shock absorbers. Steering system: front axle, wheel alignment, principle of correct steering, layout of steering system. Lectures 06

Module 5: Driveline system: propeller shaft, universal coupling, geometric consideration of Hooke’s joint, differential assembly. Clutch: types of clutches, working of friction clutch. Gear box: principle of gearing, sliding mesh gear box, constant mesh gear box, synchro mesh gear box, overdrive. Brake: principles of braking, types of brake, drum brake, disc brake, hydraulic brake. Lectures 10

Module 6: Emission control: effects of auto exhaust, methods for reduction of formation of pollutants. Lectures 03

Text/Reference Books:

1. K. M. Gupta, Automobile Engineering volume 1 and 2, Umesh Publications.

2. Kirpal Singh, Automobile Engineering volume 1 and 2, SPD.

3. S. Srinivasan, Automotive Mechanics, Tata McGraw-Hill.



4. William H. Crouse, Automotive Mechanics. Tata McGraw-Hill.

5. Newton, Steeds, Garette. The Motor Vehicle. Butterworths.

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