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Title: Engine makers tap carbon-carbon pistons

Journal Article · · Mechanical Engineering; (United States)
OSTI ID:7087529

This article describes the use of a carbon-carbon composite, developed for nose cones and rocket nozzles, for pistons in modern internal combustion engines. The topics of the article include the carbon-carbon composite mechanical and physical characteristics, initial research, manufacturing methods, fabrication techniques, initial testing in 2 stroke and 4 stroke engines, and current research.

OSTI ID:
7087529
Journal Information:
Mechanical Engineering; (United States), Vol. 116:5; ISSN 0025-6501
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English