The piston is connected to the crankshaft at a perpendicular angle using a connecting rod. The other end of the crankshaft is connected to a flywheel, which stores excess energy produced by crankshaft during the power stroke of the engine and supplies back the energy during times of inertia. The flywheel is further connected to the power transmission system of the vehicle through the gearbox. Thus, the crankshaft plays an important role in the ultimate movement of the vehicle. Considering ... Read more
