Internal Combustion Engines: Basics and Types
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What is the purpose of the crankshaft in an internal combustion engine?

  • To convert the up-and-down motion of the pistons into rotary motion (correct)
  • To ignite the air-fuel mixture
  • To control the flow of air and fuel into the cylinders
  • To generate power by burning fuel
  • What is the function of the valves in an internal combustion engine?

  • To control the flow of air and fuel into the cylinders and exhaust gases out of the cylinders (correct)
  • To convert the up-and-down motion of the pistons into rotary motion
  • To compress the air-fuel mixture
  • To generate power by burning fuel
  • What is the result of the power stroke in the four-stroke cycle?

  • The piston moves downward, generating power (correct)
  • The intake valve closes
  • The exhaust valve opens
  • The air-fuel mixture is compressed
  • What type of engine uses a spark plug to ignite the air-fuel mixture?

    <p>Spark ignition engine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens during the intake stroke in the four-stroke cycle?

    <p>Air and fuel are drawn into the cylinder through the intake valve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the cylinders in an internal combustion engine?

    <p>Chambers where the fuel is burned and the power is generated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Overview

    • An internal combustion engine is a type of engine that generates power by burning fuel, typically gasoline or diesel, inside a combustion chamber within the engine.
    • It is a key component of most modern vehicles, including cars, trucks, and motorcycles.

    Basic Components

    • Cylinders: Chambers where the fuel is burned and the power is generated.
    • Pistons: Moving parts that reciprocate in the cylinders, driven by the explosive force of combustion.
    • Crankshaft: Converts the up-and-down motion of the pistons into rotary motion.
    • Camshaft: Operates the valves that allow air and fuel into the cylinders and exhaust gases out of the cylinders.
    • Valves: Control the flow of air and fuel into the cylinders and exhaust gases out of the cylinders.

    Four-Stroke Cycle

    • Intake stroke: Air and fuel are drawn into the cylinder through the intake valve.
    • Compression stroke: The intake valve closes, and the air-fuel mixture is compressed by the piston.
    • Power stroke: The spark plug ignites the air-fuel mixture, causing the piston to move downward.
    • Exhaust stroke: The exhaust valve opens, and the piston pushes the exhaust gases out of the cylinder.

    Types of Internal Combustion Engines

    • Spark Ignition Engine: Uses a spark plug to ignite the air-fuel mixture, commonly used in gasoline-powered vehicles.
    • Compression Ignition Engine: Uses the heat generated by compressing air to ignite the fuel, commonly used in diesel-powered vehicles.
    • Rotary Engine: Uses a rotary design instead of traditional pistons and cylinders, commonly used in some sports cars.

    Advantages and Disadvantages

    Advantages:

    • High power-to-weight ratio
    • Low cost
    • Wide range of fuel options

    Disadvantages:

    • Low efficiency
    • High emissions
    • Noise and vibration

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    Test your knowledge of internal combustion engines, including their components, four-stroke cycle, and types such as spark ignition and compression ignition engines. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of internal combustion engines.

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