Definition of Crankpin. Meaning of Crankpin. Synonyms of Crankpin

- A crankpin or crank pin, also known as a rod bearing journal, is a mechanical device in an engine which connects the crankshaft to the connecting rod for...
- rotating shaft containing one or more crankpins, that are driven by the pistons via the connecting rods. The crankpins are also called rod bearing journals...
- connecting rod and the piston. Typically, the big end connects to the crankpin using a plain bearing to reduce friction; however some smaller engines...
- designs often use a three-throw crankshaft with 'flying arms' between the crankpins to allow an even firing interval of 120 degrees to be achieved. A pair...
- cylinder banks: in this configuration each pair of cylinders shares a single crankpin, so that as one piston moves inward, the other moves outward. The first...
- re-timing the camshaft, and sometimes in combination with a change in crankpin angle. The goal is to change the power delivery characteristics of the...
- the first Isle of Man TT race in 1907. Most V-twin engines have a single crankpin, which is shared by both connecting rods. The connecting rods may sit side-by-side...
- transmits power directly through a connecting rod (US: main rod) and a crankpin (US: wristpin) on the driving wheel (US main driver) or to a crank on a...
- in a V6 engine without offset crankpins Types of reciprocating plane imbalance are: The offset distance between crankpins causing a rocking couple on the...
- weight of 234 kg (515 lb). Originally ****ed with a crankshaft with 180° crankpin phasing and ignition timing on the right hand side of the engine till 1980...