High compression IC engine - uses water-fuel mixture, with hydrogen produced by spark or arc electrolysis in cylinder

摘要

The arrangement is intended for improving the fuel efficiency of an i.c engine. The air drawn in to the cylinder is compressed to a level at which a water-fuel mixture injected therein is vaporised and drives the piston whilst hydrogen is produced through electrolysis by a continuous ignition spark or arc discharge. The hydrogen can be used separately. The engine may itself be externally driven and only a small amount of fuel mixed with the water to produce hydrogen for heating or other purposes. The fuel may be in liquid or gaseous form.