Explain how the Atkinson cycle engine works more efficiently.

What will be an ideal response?


The Atkinson Cycle engine sacrifices a small amount of power to gain about 7-10% economy. It accomplishes this by holding the intake valve open longer during the compression stroke. This reduces pumping losses that normally would push against the piston on its way up.

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