EK Motor Jul 2020 (Q1)

With reference to diesel engine crankshafts: (a)  Explain the causes and effects of torsional vibration; (4) (b)  Explain the term critical speed, stating why the engine should not be continuously operated at this speed; (6) (c)  Explain the term fatigue cracking, stating, with reasons, TWO factors which have an influence on the likelihood of fatigue cracking. (6)

Crankshaft

Jul 2020 (Q1)