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Class 4 (4th Engineer) MEKM 📅 Feb 2026

Exam Question

A very sudden rise in pressure during combustion accompanied by a metallic hammer like sound is called knocking of the unit or detonation and usually occurs: 

(a) Near the end of the compression stroke until detonation and usually occurs

(b) Just before the fuel charge is about to ignite

(c) Immediately after the unit reaches peak pressure and before ignition of fuel

(d) At any stage of the combustion process.

State the correct answer and explain why the other reasons given are not justified.

Reference Answer

### Correct Answer
The correct answer is **(a) Near the end of the compression stroke until detonation and usually occurs**.
### Detailed Explanation of Knocking (Detonation)
Knocking, also known as detonation, is an abnormal combustion phenomenon in a Compression Ignition (CI) engine. It is characterized by an extremely rapid, uncontrolled, and explosive burning of a portion of the fuel charge, resulting in a very sudden and sharp pressure rise within the cylinder. This rapid pressure rise generates a shockwave that propagates through the combustion chamber, striking the piston crown, cylinder head, and liner, which produces a distinct, high-frequency 'metallic hammer-like' sound.

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