IntroductionThe ECA engine of the first-generation Insight ZE1 underwent thorough weight reduction and friction ...

A connecting rod is the mechanical link between the piston and the crankshaft. By design, connecting rods convert vertical motion into rotary motion, eventually yielding torque at the flywheel. By ...

Ferrari has submitted a patent for an innovative engine design featuring pill-shaped pistons and a unique connecting rod ...

A rider may not give much thought to their motorcycle’s connecting rod—until one of two things happen: the rider is interested in improving the performance of their engine or is the unfortunate victim ...

Connecting rods are subjected to a variety of forces every time the engine completes a cycle (two revolutions). There is obviously a combustion pressure force from the piston during the power stroke, ...