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Large output pinion - Deltic engine
Two fitters assemble the large output pinion into the phasing gear case of a Deltic engine Date: 1960
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1960 Compression Deltic Diesel Engineering Ignition Liverpool Manufacturing Napier Opposed Piston
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, two skilled fitters are intently focused on their task at the Napier Works in Liverpool, England, in 1960. They are in the process of assembling a large output pinion into the phasing gear case of a Deltic engine. The Deltic engine, a remarkable feat of engineering innovation, is an opposed-piston, compression-ignition diesel engine that was designed and manufactured by Napier and Son. The Deltic engine, named after the Greek letter delta, which represents its distinctive triangular combustion chamber shape, was renowned for its power and efficiency. It was widely used in the transportation industry, particularly in rail locomotives and ships, during the mid-20th century. The two fitters, dressed in overalls and wearing protective goggles, are meticulously aligning the large output pinion with the phasing gear case. The pinion, a key component of the engine's complex gear train, will transmit power from the crankshaft to the phasers, which are responsible for synchronizing the firing of the engine's pistons. The scene exudes an atmosphere of precision, dedication, and craftsmanship. The workers' focused expressions and the intricate machinery surrounding them underscore the intricacy and complexity of the engineering process. The photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and skill of the engineers and fitters of Napier and Son, who were at the forefront of transportation technology during the 1960s. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the intricacies of the manufacturing process of a groundbreaking engine. It is a reminder of the importance of engineering and innovation in transportation history and the dedication of the workers who brought these marvels of technology to life.
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