Piston rings have small gaps that allow them to expand during engine operation. If these gaps line up, fuel and gases can ...

It's a well-known fact that piston ring gaps represent an area of pressure loss in a running engine. It has been found that minimizing end gap under operating conditions offers a measurable power ...

Piston ring grooves serve a larger purpose than simply supporting the rings. They impact combustion sealing, oil control, friction, and many more engine attributes. Wiseco is a world leader in piston ...

Engine building is technically a science, but the truth is that there is just as much art as there is science. Where most might think that the “art” part of engine building is in the design and ...

In previous installments of our Basic Tech Series, we have discussed the harsh environments that the core components of an internal combustion engine must endure. We have explored connecting rods and ...