Wankel (Rotary) Engines

By: Hoa Chu

Introduction
A type of Internal
Combustion Engine
that uses a rotary
design.

Uses Four strokes
cycle (Otto cycle).

Developed in 1951 by
Felix Wankel.

Rotary Design
4 stroke engine (intake,
compression, combustion,
exhaust)
Rotor on eccentric shaft.
Design to Minimize Volume
while Maximizing
Compression ratio.
Reuleaux Rotor
Triangular shaped with
equaled width.

Pro
Much simpler
comparing to its piston
counterpart.
Power to weight ratio
is superior than piston
engines.
Smooth power flow
and high RPM.
No Seizure at high
temperature.
Con
Sealing, leaks from the
apex seals greatly reduces
efficiency of the engine.
High Operating
Temperature, the housing
operates at steady state
with constant heating in
each chamber.
Low fuel efficiency and
shorter engine life due to
damaged seals.
Applications
Rotor Vs Piston
13B 1.3 Liters (146 hp @ 6500 rpm and
138 ftlbf )
KA24DE 2.4 Liters (155 hp @ 5600 rpm
and 160 ftlbf)
Mazda Rx-7 (1989-1992)
Nissan 240sx (1991-1994)
Questions?




Wankel Engines
Hoa Chu