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A four stroke engine has four cycles. Intake cycle, compression cycle, power cycle, and exhaust cycle. Each corresponds to one full stroke of the piston; therefore, the complete cycle requires two revolutions of the crankshaft to complete.

Here is a brief explanation on how it works.

  • Intake cycle

The intake valve opens, the piston moves downward and fuel and air is sucked into the cylinder

  • Compression cycle

The Intake valve closes and the piston moves upward, compressing the fuel and air mixture.

  • Power cycle

A spark plug ignites the fuel/air mixture and the piston is forced downwards.

  • Exhaust cycle

The piston moves upward and the exhaust valve opens, letting the fumes out of the cylinder.

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