Covers the diesel engine itself — fuel injection systems, turbocharging, and the alternator that converts engine mechanical power into electrical power for traction. One of the four core professional streams.
Key Points
- Turbocharging uses exhaust gas energy to force more air into the engine, increasing power output without increasing engine size.
Content Status
Draft note, grounded in real official syllabus text found via research but not yet cross-checked against the primary RBE PDF directly. Treat as study-aid only until verified.