simple engine
A "simple engine" is characterized by its straightforward design and operation, often found in early or basic machinery.
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Definition
B2Engineering
(technical)A basic machine that converts energy into mechanical work using minimal components.
Example
- The old factory still uses a simple engine for some of its machinery.
C1Steam Engines
(technical)A steam engine where the steam expands in a single stage, without being reused or passed through additional stages.
Example
- The simple engine exhausts steam directly into the atmosphere after a single expansion process.
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