How can engines be modified to run using alternative fuels?

Subject: How can engines be modified to run using alternative fuels?

Date: Sat Dec 12 11:49:37 1998
Posted by Aaron
Grade level: 10-12
School: Falmouth High School
City: Falmouth State/Province: MA
Country: United States
Area of science: Engineering
ID: 913484977.Eg

Message:


Can alternative fuels be used in standard engines (riding lawn 
mower engine)?  What adjustments should be made to the engine so 
that it can run off alternative fuels (carbuerator adjustments, 
spark plug adjustments, ignition timing etc.)?  How can the 
power that each fuel produces be measured?

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