Engine Fundamentals: Internal Combustion

Table of Contents

1. Engine Parts and Properties
   1. What is an Engine?
   2. Engine Labeling and Classification
   3. Basic Engine Components
   4. Engine Cycles
   5. Gasoline vs. Diesel
   6. Engine Management Systems
2. Fuel and Ignition Systems
   1. Fuel System
      1. Fuel Pump
      2. Fuel Injector
      3. Throttle Body
      4. Carburetor
   2. Ignition System
      1. Ignition Coil
      2. Distributor
      3. Spark Plug
      4. Alternator
3. Induction and Exhaust Systems
   1. Induction System
      1. Turbocharger
      2. Supercharger
      3. Intake Manifold
   2. Exhaust System
      1. Exhaust Manifold
      2. Catalytic Converter
      3. Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
      4. Air Injection and Recirculation (AIR)
4. Cranktrain and Valvetrain Systems
   1. Cranktrain System
      1. Piston
      2. Crankshaft
      3. Flywheel
   2. Valvetrain System
      1. Camshaft
      2. Intake and Exhaust Valves
      3. Cam Phasing
5. Cooling and Lubrication Systems
   1. Cooling System
      1. Water Pump
      2. Thermostat
      3. Radiator
   2. Lubrication System
      1. Oil Filter
      2. Oil Pump