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What is valve overlap in internal combustion engines?
What is valve overlap in internal combustion engines?
- A phenomenon where only the exhaust valve is open during the engine cycle
- A phenomenon where the valves remain closed during the engine cycle
- A phenomenon where both intake and exhaust valves are momentarily open at the same time (correct)
- A phenomenon where only the intake valve is open during the engine cycle
How is valve overlap measured?
How is valve overlap measured?
- In degrees of crankshaft rotation (correct)
- In revolutions per minute (RPM)
- In liters of engine displacement
- In pounds of air pressure
What effects does valve overlap have on engine performance?
What effects does valve overlap have on engine performance?
- Scavenging, Emissions, and Idle Stability (correct)
- Fuel Efficiency, Engine Noise, and Compression
- Ignition Timing, Spark Plug Heat Range, and Air-Fuel Ratio
- Turbocharging, Supercharging, and Exhaust Flow
