Who built the first 'Diesel Engine'
Who built the first 'Diesel Engine'
(OP)
I have a feeling this might stir things up a bit, but my old University lecturer used to say that Rudolf Diesel didn't build the first 'Diesel type' engine.
Can anyone spread more light on this, or was he wrong?
Can anyone spread more light on this, or was he wrong?
Friar Tuck of Sherwood





RE: Who built the first 'Diesel Engine'
However, Akroyd-Stuart had been using indirect injection, with hot bulb vapourisation, since 1891. These engines ran on compression ignition when warm (or more accurately the vaporiser stayed warm enough).
Cheers
Greg Locock
Please see FAQ731-376 for tips on how to make the best use of Eng-Tips.
RE: Who built the first 'Diesel Engine'
RE: Who built the first 'Diesel Engine'
Or is that something else I've dreamed up?
RE: Who built the first 'Diesel Engine'
JMW
www.ViscoAnalyser.com