Crank Angle in Design of Centre Crankshaft Formulas

Crank Angle refers to the position of an engine’s crankshaft in relation to the piston as it travels inside of the cylinder wall. And is denoted by θ. Crank Angle is usually measured using the Degree for Angle. Note that the value of Crank Angle is always positive.

Formulas to find Crank Angle in Design of Centre Crankshaft

fxAngle between crank and line of dead centresGo

Design of Centre Crankshaft formulas that make use of Crank Angle

fxAngle between connecting rod and line of dead centresGo

fxTangential component of force at crank pin given force on connecting rodGo

fxRadial component of force at crank pin given force on connecting rodGo

fxForce on connecting rod given radial component of force at crankpinGo

fxForce on connecting rod given tangential component of force at crankpinGo

List of variables in Design of Centre Crankshaft formulas

fx Ratio of Length of Connecting Rod to Crank Go

fx Inclination of Connecting Rod With Line of Stroke Go

FAQ

What is the Crank Angle?

Crank Angle refers to the position of an engine’s crankshaft in relation to the piston as it travels inside of the cylinder wall. Crank Angle is usually measured using the Degree for Angle. Note that the value of Crank Angle is always positive.

Can the Crank Angle be negative?

No, the Crank Angle, measured in Angle cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Crank Angle?

Crank Angle is usually measured using the Degree[°] for Angle. Radian[°], Minute[°], Second[°] are the few other units in which Crank Angle can be measured.

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