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What about Rotative Engine ?

1. Source : https://www.quora.com/How-do-you-maintain-a-rotary-engine

What advantages does a rotary have over a piston engine?

I’m sure there are others, but there are three primary advantages are that (Wankel) rotary engines
have over piston engines:
1. Rotaries lack any sort of reciprocating mass, meaning every moving part is
moving in a circle or an ellipse, dramatically improving smoothness, increasing
the operable engine speed, and increasing efficiency directly as a result of the
fact there isn’t any of it’s own weight that is constantly changing direction—like
pistons do.
2. Rotaries essentially operate like a two-stroke internal combustion engine, versus
the conventional four-stroke gas or diesel piston engine. The benefit here is that
there are no “strokes” wasted on intake and exhaust. Every pass of the
combustion chambers is used for compression and power.
3. There are no pumping losses associated with intake and exhaust valves, as the
rotary has ports instead of valves. The decrease in pumping loss translates to less
work the engine has to do to simply pull in an intake charge and expel an exhaust
charge.
Of course, there are numerous disadvantages too. Rotaries, while producing more horsepower per
volume than conventional piston engines, produce less torque, significantly more emissions, and in
a normal, healthy operation state, consume copious amounts of engine oil and significantly more
fuel in comparison their piston-operated counterparts. Also, traditionally the combustion-sealing
“apex seals” of rotaries have never lasted as long as conventional piston rings normally do.
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What about Rotative Engine ?

1. Source : https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-do-rotor-engines-differ-from-regular-engines

One of the negative side-effects of the rotary engine is the actual combustion process. While the
engines themselves operate more efficiently in terms of power creation, fuel efficiency is not as
good. In fact, the typical piston driven combustion engine burns approximately 80 percent of the
air/fuel mixture in the combustion chamber, while the rotary engine typically only burns 70
percent. Additionally, issues with maintaining tight seals make rotary engines prone to oil
consumption. These factors make them less fuel efficient and more polluting.
What's more, while rotary engines create a lot of power at high RPMs, they don't produce as much
torque as piston engines, especially at low RPMs. This makes them a good option for a race track,
but less ideal for everyday around-town driving.
Rotary engines are not found in many vehicles, especially those in the US, because of emissions
regulations and reliability concerns. However, Japanese automaker Mazda has had found some
success with the Wankel engine. Their four-rotor 787 race car won the prestigious 24 Hours of Le
Mans race in 1991, and sports cars like the RX-7 and RX-8 have earned a cult following among
car lovers. Despite this, Mazda hasn't produced a rotary engine since 2012. While the company
claims they remain dedicated to researching and improving rotary engines, with today's ever-
tightening emissions regulations, it seems unlikely they'll make a return. Auto enthusiasts can only
hope to feel the smooth-spinning, high-revving power in a new rotary-powered car someday in the
future.
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What about Rotative Engine ?

1. Source : https://www.atkinsrotary.com/category_s/105.htm

Another complex maintenance operation for a rotary engine is a porting and polishing job. Porting
and polishing the engine's intake and exhaust ports can increase airflow and improve engine
performance. This process involves grinding and smoothing the ports to create a smoother flow
path for the air and fuel mixture.
Porting and polishing is typically done by a specialized engine builder or machine shop. The
process involves disassembling the engine and removing the intake and exhaust manifolds. The
engine builder then uses specialized tools to grind and polish the ports, removing any rough spots
or obstructions.
After the porting and polishing is complete, the engine builder may also install larger intake and
exhaust valves, as well as upgraded valve springs, to further improve airflow and engine
performance. The engine builder may also recommend other modifications, such as an upgraded
camshaft or ignition system, to maximize the benefits of the porting and polishing work.
Porting and polishing can significantly improve the performance of a rotary engine, but it is a
complex and time-consuming process that should only be done by experienced professionals.
Improper porting and polishing can actually harm engine performance, so it is important to choose
a reputable engine builder or machine shop for this type of work.
Proper maintenance of a rotary engine can help prevent the need for a complete engine rebuild.
Regular oil changes, spark plug replacements, and other routine maintenance can help ensure that
the engine runs smoothly and efficiently for many years.