pistonsreciprocating
Reciprocating pistons are mechanical components that move linearly, or back and forth, within a cylinder. In many machines, this linear motion is converted into rotary motion by a connecting rod turning a crankshaft, allowing the piston to perform useful work on the surrounding fluid or gas. Reciprocating pistons are fundamental to many engines, pumps, and actuators, and they are used in both combustion-based and non-combustion systems.
Key components include the piston itself, piston rings to seal the gap between piston and cylinder, a
Operation varies by application. In internal combustion engines, combustion pressure during the power stroke pushes the
Limitations include friction, wear of piston rings, heat transfer, and side loads that cause piston slap. Efficiency