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exhaust valve

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Noun1.exhaust valveexhaust valve - a valve through which burned gases from a cylinder escape into the exhaust manifold
exhaust system, exhaust - system consisting of the parts of an engine through which burned gases or steam are discharged
valve - control consisting of a mechanical device for controlling the flow of a fluid


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The intake valves are stainless steel; the exhaust valves have sodium-filled stems for cooling (the sodium liquefies under operating temperatures and serves to conduct heat away from the valve face and guide and down to the stem).
Saturn: faster and better; Having been starved for good product for ... by Vasilash, Gary S. / Automotive Design & Production
With the exhaust valve open, establish a steady flow through the transfer standard and the CPFM.
Two primary standards for low flows of gases by Tison, Stuart A. / Journal of Research of the National Institute of Standards and Technology
Over time, the crystals cause rust to form on the exposed surface of an exhaust valve.
Engine blocks choke on water. (Boat Smart) by Ajootian, Caroline / BOAT/U.S. Magazine
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