Pistonengined
A piston engine, commonly referred to as a reciprocating engine, is an internal combustion engine where reciprocating pistons move inside cylinders to convert pressure into a rotating motion. This design is fundamental to many types of engines, including those used in automobiles, motorcycles, aircraft, and small generators. The basic principle relies on the controlled combustion of fuel within the cylinders, driving the pistons downward and generating mechanical power through a crankshaft.
The four-stroke cycle is the most widely used operating principle in piston engines, consisting of intake, compression,
Piston engines are categorized based on their fuel type—gasoline, diesel, or alternative fuels—and their configuration, such