WATCH: Can an engine use both petrol and diesel fuel?

2018-04-23 08:41

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You're probably aware of the dangers of mixing petrol and diesel when filling-up your tank but did you know there exists a type of engine that uses both fuel types?

The guys at  Engineering Explained have created an awesome video detailing how a Reactivity Controlled Compression Ignition (RCCI) uses two fuel types to create a more efficient engine.

Engineering Explained: "Reactivity Controlled Compression Ignition (RCCI) is a style of combustion that uses two different fuels and results in a super efficient engine. Thermal efficiencies as high as about 60% have been found in lab testing, which is remarkable for internal combustion engines. 

"Combustion relies on a low reactivity fuel (in this case petrol, though ethanol and natural gas can also be used) in combination with a high reactivity fuel (in this case diesel fuel). The engine benefits from the individual advantages of each fuel, resulting in exceptional efficiency and significantly less harmful emissions."

Watch the video below: