internal combustion engine
An 'internal combustion engine' (ICE) is essential for modern vehicles, converting fuel into mechanical energy through internal combustion.
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Definition
B2General
(technical)A type of engine where fuel burns inside the engine, producing gases that directly move mechanical parts.
Example
- Most cars use an internal combustion engine to convert fuel into motion.
B2Automotive
(technical)An engine in which fuel combustion happens within cylinders, moving pistons to generate power.
Example
- The internal combustion engine revolutionized the automotive industry.
C1Mechanical Engineering
(technical, academic)A device converting chemical energy from fuel into mechanical energy through internal combustion.
Example
- Mechanical engineers study the efficiency of internal combustion engines to improve performance.
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