Ignition of fuel, typically in internal combustion engine, by electromagnetic radiation

摘要

An ignition system (1) is disclosed comprising fuel atomising means (6) for spraying fuel (10) therefrom for introduction into a combustion chamber (2). An electro-magnetic radiation generator (8) is connected to an emitter (12) which emits electro-magnetic radiation (11). The electro-magnetic radiation (11) irradiates the fuel (10) to cause ionisation and combustion of the fuel (10). A magnetic field is provided in the combustion chamber to enhance atomic ionisation of the fuel in the combustion chamber.