State of The Art of Engine Valve and Tappet Rotation

Authors

  • L. Jelenschi Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania
  • C. Cofaru Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania
  • G. Sandu Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania
  • M. Aleonte Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Keywords:

internal combustion engines, valve train, valve rotation, tappet rotation, wear

Abstract

The paper presents some aspects regarding the importance of the engine valve and tappet rotation during engine functioning. Types of different configurations of the valve trains that are used in internal combustion engines, auxiliary solutions for valve rotation, and parameters that influence the valve and tappet rotation are also described. In conclusion, the advantages of valve and tappet rotation as a function of life cycle and wear reduction are presented.

Author Biographies

L. Jelenschi, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Dept. High Tech Products for Automobiles

C. Cofaru, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Dept. High Tech Products for Automobiles

G. Sandu, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Dept. High Tech Products for Automobiles

M. Aleonte, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Dept. High Tech Products for Automobiles

Downloads

Published

2011-11-30

Issue

Vol. 4(53) No. 2 (2011)

Section

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING