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Engine Displacement Formula:

\[ Disp_{mm} = \pi \times (B_{mm}/2)^2 \times S_{mm} \times Cyl \]

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1. What is Engine Displacement?

Engine displacement is the total volume of all the cylinders in an internal combustion engine. It's a key measurement that indicates the engine's size and potential power output, typically measured in cubic centimeters (cc) or liters (L).

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the engine displacement formula:

\[ Disp_{mm} = \pi \times (B_{mm}/2)^2 \times S_{mm} \times Cyl \]

Where:

\( \pi \) — Mathematical constant (approximately 3.14159)
\( B_{mm} \) — Bore diameter in millimeters
\( S_{mm} \) — Stroke length in millimeters
\( Cyl \) — Number of cylinders

Explanation: The formula calculates the volume of a single cylinder (πr² × stroke) and multiplies it by the number of cylinders to get total displacement.

3. Importance of Engine Displacement

Details: Engine displacement is a critical factor in determining an engine's power characteristics, fuel efficiency, and emissions. Larger displacement engines typically produce more power but may consume more fuel.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter bore and stroke measurements in millimeters, and the number of cylinders. All values must be positive numbers (bore > 0, stroke > 0, cylinders ≥ 1).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's the difference between bore and stroke?
A: Bore is the diameter of the cylinder, while stroke is the distance the piston travels within the cylinder.

Q2: How does displacement relate to engine power?
A: Generally, larger displacement engines can produce more power, but efficiency, technology, and design also significantly impact power output.

Q3: Why measure in millimeters instead of centimeters?
A: While displacement is typically expressed in cc or liters, using mm measurements provides more precision in the calculation.

Q4: Does displacement affect fuel economy?
A: Yes, generally larger displacement engines consume more fuel, but modern technologies like turbocharging and variable displacement can mitigate this relationship.

Q5: What is a typical displacement range for different vehicles?
A: Motorcycles: 125-1800cc, Cars: 1000-6000cc, Trucks: 4000-15000cc+ (varies by vehicle type and purpose).