Can Carven Motors Revolutionize Engine Design? An Engineer's Perspective

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The discussion centers on the innovative engine design proposed by Carven Motors, which features a piston mechanism with fewer components. Participants express skepticism about the necessity of the rotating ball valve, suggesting it may be superfluous unless required for operational efficiency at the 12 o'clock position. The conversation highlights the potential for this design to function effectively, although specific applications and operational examples remain unverified.

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Hi, I am not sure if this new motor/device as shown in carvenmotors.com could work and I would like to know a engineer's piont of view

It seems to be a piston but with less parts... do you think it really works?

Have you seen any operative? in which aplication?

Thanks!
 
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I don't see a reason why it wouldn't run - in some shape.

I'd say that rotating ball valve type affair is unnecessary though. Although I assume it's like that for the purpose of allowing it to pass the divider at 12 o'clock, and if so then it's necessary.
 

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