Lesson 2 - Piston Engine Principles Flashcards

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1
Q

The four stroke cycle strokes are?

A

1) Induction (Suck)
2) Compression (Squeeze)
3) Power (Bang)
4) Exhaust (Blow)

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2
Q

The term stroke refers to

A

The distance the piston travels between TDC and BDC.

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3
Q

To move the piston through one stroke the crankshaft must rotate

A

180’

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4
Q

How many degrees must the crankshaft turn in a four stroke full cycle?

A

720’

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5
Q

Why does the four stroke engine have two spark plugs per head?

A

Efficiency and Redundancy

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