Gasoline Engine
Gasoline engines come in various types and designs; however, they share several key components that are essential for their operation, including the following:
- Cylinder: The combustion chamber of the engine.
- Piston: A cylindrical metal component that moves back and forth within the cylinder.
- Piston Rings: Metal rings attached to the sides of the piston, preventing the fuel and air mixture from leaking out of the combustion chamber into the engine body. They also stop the engine lubricant from entering the combustion area.
- Ignition Plugs: Devices that transmit electrical sparks into the combustion chamber to ignite the fuel-air mixture.
- Valves: Components that control the flow of air and fuel into the combustion chamber and manage the expulsion of exhaust gases from the engine.
- Connecting Rod: This component transfers the reciprocating motion of the piston to the crankshaft.
- Crankshaft: It converts the reciprocating motion of the piston into rotational motion.
- Oil Pan: A metal container located beneath the engine, accumulating engine oil for reuse in the lubrication process.
Electric Vehicle Motor
Unlike gasoline-powered vehicles, electric vehicles are equipped with an electric motor that propels them. This conventional electric motor operates using either direct current (DC) or alternating current (AC) and consists of several components, including:
- Stator.
- Rotor.
- Brushes.
- Slip Rings.
Hybrid Vehicle Engine
Hybrid vehicles utilize both internal combustion engines, which can operate on either diesel or gasoline, and electric motors for propulsion. These vehicles effectively combine the advantages of both systems, featuring both an internal combustion engine and an electric motor working in unison.