Investigation of Variable Energy Assisted Compression Ignition

The DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory Research Associateship Program (ARL-RAP) is offering a research opportunity focused on Multi-fuel Capable Hybrid Electric Propulsion for unmanned vehicle applications. This position will investigate Variable Energy Assisted Compression Ignition (VEACI) technologies to enable adaptive propulsion with a wider range of fuels for small engines. The selected candidate will characterize limitations of energy addition technologies, develop their capabilities and control systems, and integrate ignition/combustion sensing and control architecture. The research aims to provide operational flexibility to Army air and ground systems through improved propulsion efficiency and multi-fuel capability. The ARL-RAP program is designed to increase involvement of highly trained scientists and engineers from academia and industry in scientific and technical areas relevant to the Army. Participants work closely with ARL engineers in diverse fields including combustion processes, propulsion, material science, nanotechnology, and computational sciences.