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Jones1987
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Can these work outside of an IC engine? The mechanism to move something left and right (Forward and back)
Don't ever think that way. :grumpy:Jones1987 said:I feel so retarded
A horizontal piston is a component of an outside internal combustion (IC) engine that moves up and down within a cylinder. It is typically connected to a crankshaft and is responsible for converting the pressure from the burning fuel and air mixture into rotational motion.
In a horizontal piston engine, the piston moves horizontally inside a cylinder. Fuel and air are mixed and compressed in the cylinder, and then ignited by a spark plug. The resulting explosion pushes the piston outward, which turns the crankshaft and creates rotational motion to power the engine.
Horizontal piston engines have a smaller footprint compared to traditional vertical piston engines, making them more compact and easier to install in vehicles. They also have a lower center of gravity, providing better stability and handling. Additionally, horizontal piston engines are more efficient, have lower emissions, and require less maintenance.
One of the main drawbacks of horizontal piston engines is their limited power output. They are generally not as powerful as vertical piston engines, which limits their use in larger vehicles or heavy machinery. They also tend to be more expensive and complex to manufacture.
Horizontal piston engines are commonly used in small vehicles such as motorcycles, mopeds, and small cars. They are also used in generators, pumps, and other small machinery. In recent years, there has been a growing interest in using horizontal piston engines in hybrid and electric vehicles as range extenders or as a primary power source.