Analyzing the Sources of Noise in Internal Combustion Engines

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Corressponding author's email:

amdq@hcmute.edu.vn

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https://doi.org/10.54644/jte.2025.1608

Keywords:

Engine noise, Combustion noise, Mechanical noise, Knock, Engine knock

Abstract

Internal combustion engines are extensively used in various modes of transportation, including ships and cars. However, their operation generated significant noise, which can disrupt daily life and poses health risks. Prolonged exposure to noise can lead to insomnia, cardiovascular diseases, and even death, making noise pollution a growing social concern. As the primary power source and major noise contributor in ships and automobiles, internal combustion engines play a crucial role in overall noise levels. The noise produced by internal combustion engines stems from various sources and mechanisms within the engine. These includes the combustion process itself, mechanical interactions between engine components, and the exhaust system, ect. Each of these sources have specific causes and contributing factors. This work discusses and analyzes the sources of noise, their causes, and the factors that influence them. By addressing these key areas, it is possible to reduce the negative effects of engine noise on human health and well-being.

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Am Quoc Do, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education, Vietnam

Do Quoc Am  graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering from Faculty of Vehicle and Energy Engineering, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education in 1990. Later, at the same university, he obtained a master's degree in mechanical engineering in 2002 and a doctorate in mechanical engineering in 2021. He is currently a  lecturer at Faculty of Vehicle and Energy engineering of Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education. His research interests are efficiency improvement in SI engines, ignition system, improving of fuel consumption and emission in internal combustion engines. Email: amdq@hcmute.edu.vn. ORCID:  https://orcid.org/0009-0008-8316-6909. Tel (of CoAuthor): 0913120175

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28-02-2025

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Am Quoc Do, “Analyzing the Sources of Noise in Internal Combustion Engines”, JTE, vol. 20, no. 01, pp. 43–50, Feb. 2025.

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