Survey of development since 1874 indicates that most features of opposed piston mechanisms were disclosed in years preceding 1900; difficulties encountered and overcome by pioneers of engine are described; reference made to several designs produced after 1900 including double acting, swashplate, and free piston arrangements. (See also - n 9 Oct 1946 p 172-84, 2 supp sheets; Brit Motor Ship v 27 n 323 Dec 1946 p 360-3, n 324 Jan 1947 p 418-21)


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    Title :

    History of opposed-piston marine oil engine


    Additional title:

    Inst Mar Engrs -- Trans


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    1946


    Size :

    12 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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