Mechanical Engineering - Internal Combustion Engine Basics

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Mechanical Engineering - Internal Combustion Engine Basics

Q: What are the main types of internal combustion engines?

There are three main types of internal combustion engines , namely the two-stroke, diesel engine, and four-stroke petrol engines.

Q: What are the main components of an internal combustion engine?

An internal combustion engine has many different parts, but the four main parts are the cylinder, piston, crankshaft, and camshaft.

Q: What is the function of a camshaft in an internal combustion engine?

The camshaft controls the opening and closing of valves in an internal combustion engine, regulating the flow of fuel-air mixture in and exhaust gases out, which is essential for engine operation. Find out more in Mechanical Engineering – Internal Combustion Engine Basics .

Q: What is the best course on combustion engine basics?

Alison’s Mechanical Engineering – Internal Combustion Engine Basics course will familiarise you with the workings of internal combustion (IC) engines. Learners will benefit from the use of 2D and 3D models to bring the inner workings of internal combustion engines to life.

Learn how internal combustion engines work to rotate pumps, generator rotors, fans and more in this free online course.

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In this free course, you will learn how to:

Describe how petrol and diesel engines work
Examine how internal combustion (IC) engines work
Outline how two stroke engines work
Outline how four stroke engines work
Discuss what the differences between petrol/gasoline and diesel engines are
Identify all of an engine's main components and their function (crankshaft, piston, camshaft etc.)

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