How does an Atkinson-cycle differ in operation than an Otto-cycle engine?

What will be an ideal response?


During the intake stroke the intake valve stays open longer. As the piston starts upward some of the intake air is allowed to leave the cylinder. This action reduces pumping loss and increases the work performed during the power stroke.

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Technician A says when using an electronic wheel balancer, clean all the mud from the wheel before attempting to balance the wheel and tire. Technician B says to leave all the old wheel weights on the wheel before attempting to balance the wheel and tire. Who is correct?

A. A only B. B only C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B

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Inductance, capacitance, and resistance in a wire cable can cause ________

A) phase distortion B) waveform distortion C) ringing D) All of the above

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Which of the following is a rotary actuator?

A. A motor B. A cylinder C. An accumulator D. The reservoir

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A parts clerk has 11 of the 3/8-inch SAE nuts in stock and orders 131 additional nuts. How many nuts will there be when the new order arrives?

A. 140 B. 142 C. 145 D. 150

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