A Presentation

on
Twin Spark Ignition Technology

Submitted By:
Akash Madan
M.E. 3rd Year
1328040006

Contents
Dual Ignition
Twin Spark System
Use of Dual Spark in 4-stroke Petrol Engine
Working of Twin Spark System
Functions of Twin Spark System
Combustion Process in SI engine
Benefits of Twin Spark System
Disadvantages of Twin Spark System
Vehicles which are using Twin Spark Engines
Difference between DTS-I, DTS-Si, DTS-Fi and DTS-i Triple
Spark

Dual Ignition

Dual Ignition is a system for spark-ignition

engines,
whereby
critical
ignition
components, such as spark plugs and
magnetos, are duplicated. Dual ignition is
most commonly employed on aero engines,
and is sometimes found on cars and
motorcycles.

What Is Twin Spark System

Twin

Spark Ignition has two spark plugs that use to

ignite the charge in the combustion chamber.
2 spark plugs at either ends of the combustion
chamber help in faster and better combustion.
It only use in the petrol engine.

Why do we use the Dual

spark in 4-stroke Petrol Engine
In 4-stroke petrol engine at ignition time the air and
fuel mixture does not burn completely. But when this
system is used in engine the rich mixture completely
burn and the ignition time decrease. And power of
engine increases

 Twin

Spark
use in 4stroke petrol
engine . And
each cylinder
having two
spark plugs.
Fig. 1 4-stroke engine[1]

Working of Twin Spark system

When the rich mixture of air and fuel enter

in the combustion chamber , the two spark
plugs fixed at opposite end of engine
cylinder generated spark and this spark
burn the mixture that burned mixture gives
power to the 4-stroke engine. Here spark
generated by the microchip .

The
working of
Twin Spark
Ignition in
4-stroke
petrol
engine
shown in
figure
Fig.2 Twin spark ignition engine[2]

Various functions of Twin Spark

system
It use to increases the efficiency .
It use for faster and better combustion.
It has two spark plug , so it burns the complete
rich mixture (air and fuel) in 4stroke petrol engine.
It use to increase the power output of engine.

Combustion Process In SI engine

Fig.3 Combustion process in SI engine[3]

What are the benefits of twin spark system

Ignition time decreases.
The rich mixture (air and fuel) completely burns in
combustion chamber.
Power produced by twin spark more compare to single
spark ignition system.
Increase the pick up of engine.
Less vibrations and noise.
Long life of the engine parts such as piston rings and
valve stem.
No over heating at low speeds.

Disadvantages of twin spark system

The engine tends to overheat and loose power at
higher speeds as compared to a single plug engine.
There may be a kind of knocking sound on the
machine.
Twin spark is actually a simpler, cheaper and lowtech alternative to making more power and burning
less fuel. However owners mistakenly think it is
high-tech.
Its use is limited to a Petrol Engine only.

Vehicles which use the twin spark

engine?
In

India Bajaj has patented for DTS-i technology. At

present Platina, XCD125,135, Discover150, Pulsar
135,150,180,200,220 are using the DTS-i (Digital
Twin Spark Ignition System) which means the petrol
enters into the cylinder burns more efficiently.
Royal Enfield also have a lot of models with twin
spark technology.

Difference between DTS-I, DTS-Si, DTSFi and DTS-i Triple Spark

DTS-i Engine DIGITAL TWIN SPARK ignition engine has two Spark
plugs located at opposite ends of the combustion
chamber and hence fast and efficient combustion is
obtained.
DTS-Si Engine Like DTS-i the engine has 2 spark plugs, but, instead of
conventionally positioned straight ports, the offset
positioning of the ports generate high swirl and
turbulence of the air fuel mixture in the combustion
chamber. This results in highly efficient combustion that
further results in exceptional mileage. Like the mother
DTS-i technology, the DTS-Si technology is a patented
technology developed by Bajaj Auto R&D.

Difference between DTS-I, DTS-Si, DTS-Fi

and DTS-i Triple Spark (Cont.)
DTS-Fi Engine In fuel injection the conventional carburettor has been replaced
by injector which injects fuel in to the engine in a spray form
based on the instructions of the Engine Control Unit (ECU)
which is a part of the Engine Management System EMS. The
Electronic Control Unit (ECU) is microprocessor based and is
the brain of the fuel injection system. It processes information
sent by various sensors and instantly determines optimum
fuelling and spark timing for various engine operating
conditions. The ECU contains detailed information of the
engines characteristics from which it picks the necessary data
for commanding both fuelling & spark timing.

Difference between DTS-I, DTS-Si, DTS-Fi

and DTS-i Triple Spark (Cont.)
This technology comes in Pulsar 220cc version.
The main advantages of Fuel Injection are:
a. Increased power output for same cc.
b. Lower fuel delivery & optimisation of
spark timing.
c. Improved cold start, quick warm-up and excellent
response to sudden acceleration.
d. Lower emission levels.
e. Self-detection and communication of fuel system
malfunctioning if any.

Difference between DTS-I, DTS-Si, DTS-Fi

and DTS-i Triple Spark (Cont.)
DTS-i Triple Spark Engine Three spark plugs provide unprecedented performance
and efficiency Fast and optimal combustion at part
load conditions results in better fuel efficiency and
ensures lower emissions.
The high performance triple spark engine controlled by
an advanced Electronic Control Unit, is the technology
of the future. Combustion in a triple spark engine is
27% faster than a twin spark and 50% faster than a
single spark engine.

Animated Video

Bikes with Twin Spark System

Fig.4 Bajaj Pulsar 180[4]

Bikes with Twin Spark System

Fig.5 Bajaj Pulsar NS200[5]

Bikes with Twin Spark System

Fig.6 Bajaj Avenger[6]

Bikes with Twin Spark System

Fig.7 Royal Enfield Thunderbird[7]

Bikes with Twin Spark System

Fig.8 Royal Enfield Bullet 350[8]

Reference

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Indiabikes.com
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Bajajauto.com
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