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rocker arm [′räk·ər ‚ärm] (mechanical engineering) In an internal combustion engine, a lever that is pivoted near its center and operated by a pushrod at one end to raise and depress the valve stem at the other end. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Construction is compromised mainly of a high-strength silicon-aluminum alloy, complete with four valves per cylinder, variable valve timing, bucket tappets used in place of traditional rocker arms and a variable intake manifold. The implementation of intake/exhaust roller-type rocker arms and an offset cylinder layout help reduce internal friction, resulting in over 20% higher fuel efficiency compared to the previous model (EPA emissions-mode fuel consumption). Castings Hitchiner cites as a specialization of its process are the automobile engine roller rocker arms produced by the Ferrous Div. |
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