Assignment Help, Combustion Engine

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The discussion centers on finding articles about how combustion engines incorporate physics principles. Key areas of focus include thermodynamics, heat transfer, mechanics, torque, and friction. Resources like HowStuffWorks are recommended for understanding internal combustion engines. The conversation emphasizes that studying an engine provides insights into various physics concepts. Overall, combustion engines serve as practical examples of physics in action.
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Hello,
I have been assigned to do an information search on the Combustion Engine.
I have to find 5-10 articles detailing how combustion engines incorporate physics principles. I have looked around for articles but haven't found much. What principles are incorporated in the combustion engine.

Thankyou
 
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Thermodynamics and heat transfer.
 
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Cylinders - thermodynamics
drive shaft - mechanics, torque, rotational mechanics
wheels - friction, more mechanics

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