Projects
Optimising Bentley Blower Performance using 1D CFD Simulation Techniques
Bentley Blower Engine
Optimising Bentley Blower Performance using 1D CFD Simulation Techniques - by Spencer Potts
Stacked Performance Analysis
Optimising Bentley Blower Performance using 1D CFD Simulation Techniques - by Spencer Potts
Pareto Optimal Engine
Optimising Bentley Blower Performance using 1D CFD Simulation Techniques - by Spencer Potts
Bentley Engine Components
Optimising Bentley Blower Performance using 1D CFD Simulation Techniques - by Spencer Potts
Technical Specification Sheet
This project utilises 1D Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to optimise the 1920s Bentley Blower engine, replacing high-risk physical trial-and-error with virtual prototyping. Using Ricardo WAVE, a “digital twin” was developed with 97.94% accuracy against dynamometer data. Through parametric studies of re-boring, intake, camshaft kinematics, porting, and compression ratios, a Pareto-optimal configuration was identified. This configuration achieved a 16.8% increase in peak power (275.61 BHP) and a 26.2% boost in mid-range torque. The study proves that modern simulation effectively unlocks vintage engine performance and improves thermodynamic efficiency while safeguarding the mechanical integrity of irreplaceable historic artifacts.
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Type of employment sought
Having completed a BEng(Hons) in Automotive and Motorsport Engineering and gained experience within future product feasibility, heritage racing projects at Bentley, alongside Formula Student, I am seeking a post-graduate opportunity to my career journey within the automotive sector.
Areas available to work
A location within the Midlands of the UK would be ideal, though I would consider re-location for the right oppotunity.
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