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Gasoline engines produce it, but it’s higher in diesel engines because they operate at higher temperatures and pressure.

Diesel engines have pistons that look different from the ones you'd see with a gas engine. There's a reason why that's the case, and it's all about performance.

Pretty good job. Now try explaining how the Sterling cycle engine works? — Rob M. Q U E S T I O N: Okay, so we ’ ve covered the Otto, the Wankel, the diesel, the ion, and the gas turbine engines.