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internal combustion engine
Definição1
Type of engine in which the fuel is burnt within the cylinders of the engine, as opposed to the steam engine.
Fonte1
CROCKER, David. Dictionary of aviation. 2nd ed. London: A&C, 2005.
Fonte2
CROCKER, David. Dictionary of aviation. 2nd ed. London: A&C, 2005.
Nota adicional1
Acronym in English: ICE
Nota adicional2
In British usage, there is a clear distinction between the terms ‘engine’ and ‘motor ’, the term ‘motor ’only being used for electric power units. In American usage, however, ‘motor ’ is used for all types of power unit including the internal-combustion engine.
Related Term
engine
Português
motor de combustão interna