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What is the primary basis for classifying an automobile as a Heavy Transport Vehicle (HTV)?
What is the primary basis for classifying an automobile as a Heavy Transport Vehicle (HTV)?
Which type of vehicle uses a battery to drive?
Which type of vehicle uses a battery to drive?
What is the main difference between a Sedan and a Hatchback car?
What is the main difference between a Sedan and a Hatchback car?
Which type of transmission does not require manual gear changes?
Which type of transmission does not require manual gear changes?
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What is the primary basis for classifying a vehicle as a Left Hand Drive or Right Hand Drive?
What is the primary basis for classifying a vehicle as a Left Hand Drive or Right Hand Drive?
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Where is the engine located in most vehicles?
Where is the engine located in most vehicles?
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What is the term for the underlying framework or structure that supports various components such as the engine, suspension, brakes, and bodywork in an automobile?
What is the term for the underlying framework or structure that supports various components such as the engine, suspension, brakes, and bodywork in an automobile?
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What type of chassis is commonly used in passenger cars and some SUVs due to its lightweight and space-efficient design?
What type of chassis is commonly used in passenger cars and some SUVs due to its lightweight and space-efficient design?
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What is the term for the inside diameter of the cylinder in an internal combustion engine?
What is the term for the inside diameter of the cylinder in an internal combustion engine?
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What is the term for the topmost position of the piston towards the cover end side of the cylinder in an internal combustion engine?
What is the term for the topmost position of the piston towards the cover end side of the cylinder in an internal combustion engine?
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What is the superstructure of the vehicle that is bolted to the chassis?
What is the superstructure of the vehicle that is bolted to the chassis?
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What type of chassis is often used in sports cars and high-performance vehicles where rigidity and weight distribution are critical for handling and performance?
What type of chassis is often used in sports cars and high-performance vehicles where rigidity and weight distribution are critical for handling and performance?
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What is the term used to describe the lowest position of the piston towards the crank end side of the cylinder?
What is the term used to describe the lowest position of the piston towards the crank end side of the cylinder?
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What is the purpose of the inlet manifold in an engine?
What is the purpose of the inlet manifold in an engine?
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What is the function of the cylinder head gasket?
What is the function of the cylinder head gasket?
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What is the term used to describe the volume contained in the cylinder above the top of the piston, when the piston is at top dead center?
What is the term used to describe the volume contained in the cylinder above the top of the piston, when the piston is at top dead center?
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What is the function of the crankshaft in an engine?
What is the function of the crankshaft in an engine?
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What is the term used to describe the ratio of Total cylinder volume to clearance volume?
What is the term used to describe the ratio of Total cylinder volume to clearance volume?
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What is the main function of the piston rings in a gasoline engine?
What is the main function of the piston rings in a gasoline engine?
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What is the purpose of the flywheel in a gasoline engine?
What is the purpose of the flywheel in a gasoline engine?
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What is the primary reason why diesel engines are not preferred in commercial vehicles?
What is the primary reason why diesel engines are not preferred in commercial vehicles?
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What is the function of the camshaft in a gasoline engine?
What is the function of the camshaft in a gasoline engine?
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What is the advantage of diesel engines in terms of fuel economy?
What is the advantage of diesel engines in terms of fuel economy?
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What is the function of the piston pin in a gasoline engine?
What is the function of the piston pin in a gasoline engine?
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What is a key factor in deciding whether to use a diesel engine in a passenger car?
What is a key factor in deciding whether to use a diesel engine in a passenger car?
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Which of the following engine configurations is known for its smooth operation and good balance?
Which of the following engine configurations is known for its smooth operation and good balance?
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What is the primary purpose of engine balancing?
What is the primary purpose of engine balancing?
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Which of the following engine configurations is typically used in high-performance sports cars and supercars?
Which of the following engine configurations is typically used in high-performance sports cars and supercars?
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What is the primary benefit of using balancing shafts in inline-4 engines?
What is the primary benefit of using balancing shafts in inline-4 engines?
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What is the main difference between primary and secondary balancing in engine balancing?
What is the main difference between primary and secondary balancing in engine balancing?
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What is a benefit of engine balancing?
What is a benefit of engine balancing?
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Which of the following is a consideration in balancing engines?
Which of the following is a consideration in balancing engines?
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What is the purpose of dynamic balancing?
What is the purpose of dynamic balancing?
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What is the primary goal of bobweight method?
What is the primary goal of bobweight method?
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What is the advantage of active balancing systems?
What is the advantage of active balancing systems?
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What is the role of computational methods in engine balancing?
What is the role of computational methods in engine balancing?
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What is the result of improved engine balancing?
What is the result of improved engine balancing?
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What is the impact of manufacturing tolerances on engine balancing?
What is the impact of manufacturing tolerances on engine balancing?
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What is the relationship between engine balancing and cost?
What is the relationship between engine balancing and cost?
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What is the primary importance of engine balancing?
What is the primary importance of engine balancing?
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Study Notes
Classification of Automobiles
- Automobiles are classified based on:
- Load: Heavy Transport Vehicle (HTV), Light Transport Vehicle (LTV), etc.
- Wheels: Two-wheeler, Three-wheeler, Four-wheeler, Six-wheeler, etc.
- Fuel used: Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Steam, Gas, etc.
- Body style: Sedan, Hatchback, Coupe, Station Wagon, Convertible, etc.
- Transmission: Conventional, Semi-automatic, Automatic
- Drive: Left-hand drive, Right-hand drive
- Driving axle: Front-wheel drive, Rear-wheel drive, All-wheel drive
Vehicle Construction and Components
- Main components of an automobile:
- Frame
- Chassis
- Body
- Power unit
- Transmission system
- Frame: The skeleton of the vehicle
- Types: Conventional, Semi-integral, Integral
- Chassis: The underlying framework of the vehicle
- Types: Body-on-Frame, Monocoque (Unibody), Backbone, Spaceframe, Platform
Engine Components
- Cylinder Block:
- Main supporting structure for engine components
- Cylinder head is mounted on top
- Crankcase is provided at the bottom
- Cylinder:
- Cylindrical vessel or space for piston movement
- Supported in the cylinder block
- Piston:
- Cylindrical component that fits into the cylinder
- Forms the moving boundary of the combustion system
- Combustion Chamber:
- Space enclosed in the upper part of the cylinder
- Fuel combustion takes place here
- Inlet Manifold:
- Pipe that connects the intake system to the inlet valve
- Air or air-fuel mixture is drawn into the cylinder
- Gudgeon Pin:
- Forms the link between the small end of the connecting rod and the piston
- Exhaust Manifold:
- Pipe that connects the exhaust system to the exhaust valve
- Products of combustion escape into the atmosphere
- Inlet and Exhaust Valves:
- Regulate the charge coming into the cylinder and the products of combustion
- Connecting Rod:
- Interconnects the piston and the crankshaft
- Transmits the gas forces from the piston to the crankshaft
- Crankshaft:
- Converts the reciprocating motion of the piston into useful rotary motion
- Enclosed in a crankcase
Gasoline Engine
- Basic parts of a gasoline engine:
- Cylinder block
- Piston
- Piston rings
- Piston pin
- Connecting rod
- Crankshaft
- Cylinder head
- Intake valve
- Exhaust valve
- Camshaft
- Timing gears
- Spark plug
Advantages and Disadvantages of Diesel Engines
- Advantages:
- Better fuel economy
- Longer engine life
- Disadvantages:
- Heavier and more expensive
- Lower maximum RPM ranges
- Must be fuel injected
- Produce more smoke
- Harder to start in cold weather
- Noisier and tend to vibrate
Multiple Cylinder Engines
- Common configurations:
- Inline engines (I2, I3, I4, I5, I6)
- V engines (V6, V8, V10, V12)
- Boxer (Flat) engines (F4, F6)
- Rotary engines
- Factors influencing engine configuration:
- Vehicle size
- Performance requirements
- Fuel efficiency goals
- Manufacturer preferences
Engine Balancing
- Importance of engine balancing:
- Smooth operation
- Minimize vibrations
- Optimize performance
- Types of engine balancing:
- Primary balancing (reciprocating masses)
- Secondary balancing (rotating masses)
- Methods of balancing:
- Balancing shafts
- Counterweights
- Engine layout optimization
- Benefits of engine balancing:
- Smooth operation
- Improved reliability
- Performance optimization
- Considerations in balancing:
- Engine speed and application
- Manufacturing tolerances
- Cost and complexity
- Balancing techniques:
- Dynamic balancing
- Bobweight method
- Modern developments:
- Active balancing systems
- Computational methods (CAD, simulation, CFD, FEA)
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Learn about the different types of automobiles, including their classification based on load, fuel, and purpose. Understand the characteristics of heavy and light transport vehicles.
