A REVIEW OF SPRAY IGNITION PHENOMENON

Theoretical and experimental studies dealing with the spray ignition phenomenon are reviewed. Topics related to external-source ignition and spontaneous ignition in liquid fuel sprays are covered. An attempt is made to provide a common link between the spray ignition, individual droplet ignition, and droplet cluster ignition. In a similar way, common features of external-source ignition and spontaneous ignition in sprays are identified. Available experimental data for the model validation is also presented. Potential topics for further research are suggested.

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