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Old 02-27-2011, 10:08 AM   #12 (permalink)
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Okay, if the cylinders rotate in one direction, and the crankshaft rotates in the other direction, and the "heads" are stationary -- where is the power output shaft?

Would it be simpler to have all four pistons on straight/conventional connecting rods?
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