CONNECTING ROD

CONNECTING ROD

1. connecting rod appears in the late 3rd century AD

   • used to convert the rotary motion of the waterwheel into the linear movement of the saw blades

2. converts reciprocating motion into rotating motion.

3. Mostly used in piston engine to connect the piston to the cranck

4. Tends to be under a great amount of stress

5. connecting rods are most usually made of steel

6. Can be found under the patent number: US 6745742 B2

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