Statements (49)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:engine
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Rotary_engine
|
| gptkbp:application |
gptkb:railway_station
racing power generation compressors marine propulsion |
| gptkbp:cooling_system |
liquid-cooled
|
| gptkbp:design |
compact size
lightweight fuel consumption sealing issues limited torque at low RPM |
| gptkbp:emissions_standard |
lower than traditional engines
|
| gptkbp:engine |
single rotor
twin rotor quad rotor rotary engine layout triple rotor |
| gptkbp:first_introduced |
gptkb:1957
|
| gptkbp:fuel_type |
gptkb:Company
diesel two-stroke cycle |
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
influenced modern engine design
used in early 20th century vehicles |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Wankel engine family
|
| gptkbp:invention |
gptkb:Felix_Wankel
|
| gptkbp:is_characterized_by |
rotor
eccentric shaft |
| gptkbp:maintenance |
requires specialized knowledge
|
| gptkbp:manufacturer |
gptkb:Mazda
|
| gptkbp:notable_feature |
fewer moving parts
low vibration high RPM capability |
| gptkbp:notable_models |
gptkb:NSU_Ro_80
gptkb:automobile Citroën GS Birotor |
| gptkbp:operates |
rotary motion
|
| gptkbp:power_output |
varies by model
|
| gptkbp:project |
ongoing research
potential hybrid applications interest in electric applications |
| gptkbp:thermal_design_power |
higher than piston engines
|
| gptkbp:torque |
smooth power delivery
|
| gptkbp:used_in |
gptkb:motorcycles
gptkb:aircraft gptkb:automobile go-karts |