A Literature Review of the Effects of Piston and Ring Friction and Lubricating Oil Viscosity on Fuel Economy

Authors

• James A. McGeehan

Topic

• Fuel economy
• Pistons
• Lubricating oils
• Engine cylinders
• Combustion and combustion processes
• Technical review

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