Diesel engine

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-001703",
  "term": "Diesel engine",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "An internal combustion engine that ignites fuel by compressing air to a high temperature, rather than using a spark plug. Fuel is injected into the hot compressed air, where it self-ignites. Diesel engines are known for their high thermal efficiency and torque, commonly used in heavy vehicles, marine vessels, and power generation.",
  "synonyms": [
    "diesel motor"
  ],
  "subject": "Mechanical engineering",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Dieselmotor",
    "es": "motor diésel",
    "fr": "moteur Diesel"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/diesel-engine/"
}