List three methods of fuel injection. Describe sequential method with suitable sketch.

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Methods of petrol injection

1. Sequential fuel injection. (SFI)

2. Grouped fuel injection.

3. Simultaneous fuel injection

4. Continuous injection. 


Sequential Injection: Each injector is controlled separately. Injection timing, both with reference to crank/ camshaft position and pulse width, can be optimized for each individual cylinder.

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