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- a type of internal combustion engine in which - It is an axis that converts the reciprocating
combustion occurs as a result of the high movement of a piston into a rotary
temperature reached in compression. This type of movement.
engine is very common in industrial, agricultural
and heavy transport machinery due to its greater Sump/Oil pan.
power, hardness and simplicity.
- It is anchored under the engine and is
How power is generated from diesel? responsible for collecting the oil that
lubricates the engine, which is falling from
- Diesel generators convert some of the chemical the top.
energy, contained by the diesel fuel, to mechanical
energy through combustion. This mechanical Oil pump.
energy then rotates a crank to produce electricity.
- This part is in charge of guaranteeing proper
Types of diesel engine lubrication of the engine and all its parts. It
sucks oil from the crankcase to propel it and
There are two classes of diesel engines: two-stroke distribute it through the oil filter to all
and four-stroke. engine components.
- This component regulates the output voltage - A housings that provide structural base
of the generator. support. The frame also allows for the
generated to be earthed for safety.
Cooling & Exhaust System
(a) Cooling System - More likely a raw/fresh water Advantages And Disadvantages
and hydrogen coolant are used as a coolant.
Diesel power plants have unique capabilities
(b) Exhaust System - More likely an exhaust pipe that make them suitable for certain applications and
which is usually made of cast iron, wrought iron, or limitations that restrict their usefulness for
steel. large-scale power generation. This part discusses
the key benefits and drawbacks of utilizing diesel
Lubricating System power plants.