crank
In a car’s engine, the crankshaft is like a big wheel that turns when the pistons move up and down. It helps make the car go forward.
The crank, or crankshaft, is a key engine component that converts the up‑and‑down motion of pistons into rotational power. It is critical for engine performance and durability.
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