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How Diesel Two-Stroke Engines Work
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Diesel two-stroke engines are used to power locomotives, large ships, and generating facilities. Find out how a diesel two-stroke engine works.
How does a Miller-cycle engine work?
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How does a Miller-cycle engine work?
How HEMI Engines Work
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A HEMI engine is a popular high-performance engine type. Learn about the history of the HEMI engine and see what sets a HEMI apart from other engine types.
How do they start jet engines on airplanes?
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How do you start a gas turbine engine? What is the mechanism to begin the rotation of the large fan blades?
How Rocket Engines Work
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Rocket engines harness the energy to get a spaceship off the ground. Learn about solid-fuel rocket engines, liquid-propellant rockets and the future of rocket engines.
How do you convert engine torque to horsepower?
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When you convert from engine torque to horsepower why is the number 5252 involved?
Do turbochargers help engine performance in high altitudes?
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Turbochargers can increase an engine's horsepower and are relatively lightweight. Find out how turbochargers help engine performance in high altitudes, in this article.
How Steam Engines Work
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Steam engines powered all early locomotives, steam boats and factories -- they fueled the Industrial Revolution. Learn how the steam engine produces power!
How Diesel Engines Work
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Diesel engines are often more efficient and less expensive to operate than their gasoline alternatives. So why aren't there more diesels on the roads? Well, they have their own issues, too.
1962-1964 Ford
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Although often overlooked, the 1962-1964 Ford engines were a powerful bunch. Learn about the 390 Thunderbird Special and other Ford engines.