Internal Combustion Engines

An internal combustion engine is a device that converts fuel, usually gasoline or diesel, into mechanical energy to power vehicles and machines. It works by igniting a mixture of fuel and air inside a sealed chamber, creating a controlled explosion. This explosion pushes a piston, which moves back and forth, turning a crankshaft. The continuous cycle of these explosions and piston movements generates the power needed to turn wheels or drive mechanical components. Internal combustion engines are widely used because they efficiently convert fuel into usable energy, though they produce emissions that impact the environment.