Dry sump

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-001896",
  "term": "Dry sump",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "An engine lubrication system that stores engine oil in a separate reservoir, rather than in the oil pan directly beneath the engine. A scavenge pump extracts oil from the engine's sump and sends it to the external tank, from which a pressure pump then delivers it to the engine. This design maintains consistent oil pressure during high G-force maneuvers and permits a lower engine mounting position.",
  "subject": "Automotive",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Trockensumpf",
    "es": "cárter seco",
    "fr": "carter sec"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/dry-sump/"
}