Analysis of an E-85 Turbocharged Four-Stroke Snowmobile
Location
CSU 201
Start Date
25-4-2005 1:15 PM
End Date
25-4-2005 3:00 PM
Student's Major
Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Student's College
Science, Engineering and Technology
Mentor's Name
Bruce Jones
Mentor's Department
Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Mentor's College
Science, Engineering and Technology
Description
The topic discusses the Minnesota State University, Mankato Automotive Engineering Technology program's entry to the 2005 Clean Snowmobile Challenge. Included in this presentation is the snowmobile model chosen for modification, engine choice and applied modification methods used. These modification results affect performance, emission control, noise reduction, production cost, durability, fuel efficiency, safety, and rider comfort. For Clean Snowmobile Challenge 2005, the MSU Mavericks devoted their focus to improving a TOOcc Polaris Frontier four-stroke engine. With alterations such as turbo charging, the incorporation of an EFI head and a unique under-the-seat exhaust system design. To be environmentally safe an alternative fuel known as E-85 is used. E85 is a cleaner burning, renewable fuel that reduces emissions. After the incorporation of these modifications, they are then analyzed and compared to the original stock snowmobile. These comparisons are then weighed to ensure a positive advantage in all areas of the competition.
Analysis of an E-85 Turbocharged Four-Stroke Snowmobile
CSU 201
The topic discusses the Minnesota State University, Mankato Automotive Engineering Technology program's entry to the 2005 Clean Snowmobile Challenge. Included in this presentation is the snowmobile model chosen for modification, engine choice and applied modification methods used. These modification results affect performance, emission control, noise reduction, production cost, durability, fuel efficiency, safety, and rider comfort. For Clean Snowmobile Challenge 2005, the MSU Mavericks devoted their focus to improving a TOOcc Polaris Frontier four-stroke engine. With alterations such as turbo charging, the incorporation of an EFI head and a unique under-the-seat exhaust system design. To be environmentally safe an alternative fuel known as E-85 is used. E85 is a cleaner burning, renewable fuel that reduces emissions. After the incorporation of these modifications, they are then analyzed and compared to the original stock snowmobile. These comparisons are then weighed to ensure a positive advantage in all areas of the competition.
Recommended Citation
Graham, Andrew; Wade Kahout; Erik Shallbetter; Joseph Wrobel; Kevin Reiss; Andrew McNair; Bradley Bahneman; and Timothy Christensen. "Analysis of an E-85 Turbocharged Four-Stroke Snowmobile." Undergraduate Research Symposium, Mankato, MN, April 25, 2005.
https://cornerstone.lib.mnsu.edu/urs/2005/oral-session-F/3