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Supercharger: Definition, Types, Parts, Working Principle, Advantages and Disadvantages, Applications
Supercharger is an air compressor used for forced induction of air into an internal combustion engine whereas Turbocharger works on the exhaust gases from the cylinder for better efficiency. In this article, I will explain the Supercharger: Definition, Parts, Working Principles, Types, Advantages and Disadvantages, and Applications in a detailed way. Before discussing it in […]
10+ Properties of Molding Sand [With PDF]
The Properties of molding sand are adhesiveness, cohesiveness, flowability, collapsibility, refractoriness, permeability, reusability, Grain size, grain shape, dry strength, Porosity etc.. Before looking at the properties of molding sand or Characteristics , we look into the definition of sand casting. Definition of Sand Casting: It is a process in which the liquid molten metal is […]
Manual Transmission Parts and Function [PDF]
In the last session, we had discussed Epicyclic Gearbox, Overdrive in Automobile and Torque tube drive. Whereas in todays session, we will discuss Manual Transmission Parts and Function in a detailed way. Manual Transmission Parts and Function: Before discussing the Manual Transmission and function , Let's discuss What is Manual Transmission and How does it […]
[Notes] Wheels and Tyres: Definition, Types, Advantages, Disadvantages, and Applications [With PDF]
The wheels and tyres have to take the cushioning effect and the vehicle load so that they can cope up with the steering control. In today's article, I will discuss in detail about wheels and tyres along with its advantages, disadvantages and applications. What is a Wheel? A wheel is a circular object having a […]
Difference Between the Fuel Injector and Spark Plug [PDF]
Hello readers, In the last article, we had discussed the Components and Classification of IC Engines whereas, in this session, we will be discussing the Difference Between the Fuel Injector and Spark Plug in a detailed way along with their definitions. What is a fuel injector? As the name indictes that it injects the fuel […]
What are the Components of an IC Engine?
Hello readers, In today’s article, I will discuss some important components of an IC engine with their functions. Internal Combustion Engine aka IC Engine is a heat engine which works on either the Otto cycle or diesel cycle. In this type of engine, the combustion of the fuel occurred inside the engine. And produced thrust […]
Types of Axles: Front Axle, Rear Axle and Stub Axle [PDF]
An Axle is a shaft for rotating wheels of the vehicle. One end of the axle is connected to the differential via Sun gear and the other end is connected to the wheels. In the last article, we had discussed Synchromesh Gearbox and Epicyclic Gearbox which comes under manual and Automatic Transmissions. In today's class, […]
Torque Tube Drive: Parts, Working Principle, Advantages, Disadvantages and Applications [PDF]
In the Torque Tube Drive, the spring takes the weight of the body, side thrust, and the remaining i.e.Torque reaction, driving thrust and the braking torque was taken by another member which is called the Torque Tube. In the last class, we had discussed Hotchkiss Drive in a detailed way whereas, in today's class, we […]
Hotchkiss Drive: Parts, Working Principle, Advantages, Disadvantages and Applications [PDF]
Hotchkiss drive is the most widely used type of Rear axle drive. It is also simplest compared to Torque Tube drive. In all the drives which are employed for rear axles, the springs take the weight of the body. Types of Rear Axle Drives: There are many types of drives, out of which two are […]
Overdrive in Automobile: Parts, Working Principle, Advantages, Disadvantages and Applications [PDF]
In general, the speed of the wheel is less than the engine speed. but if you want to increase the speed of the wheel greater than the engine speed, then we need to use a device and that is discussed below. Definition of Overdrive: The device that is used to increase the speed of the […]
