Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Automotive Engine Subsystems

Stonecypher, L. (2010, Mar 4)
Automotive Engine Subsystems from http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/mechanical/articles/34971.aspx

Summary:
In every automobile engine we have four main systems. It is about conversion of chemical energy into mechanical power. The first one is engine lubricating system, in this system the oil is required to prevent friction between the parts of the engine to decrease the heat produced by contact of the piston with piston cylinders. The engine will be damaged if the heat is not removed. The second system is cooling system, the purpose of this system is to keep the temperature in the engine. The main parts of the cooling system are the radiator and water pump. There are two type of cooling system either liquid or air. The third type is fuel delivery, the purpose of this system is to deliver fuel to the engine. The last system is electrical system.




Reaction:
The article shows the most important systems in automobile. It also shows the importance of every system. People should know these systems, because they see them every day in their cars. I think the article is easy and clear.