Camshaft
Mechanical component that converts rotational motion to reciprocal motion / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For the fictional characters of the same name, see Camshaft (Transformers).
A camshaft is a shaft that contains a row of pointed cams in order to convert rotational motion to reciprocating motion. Camshafts are used in piston engines (to operate the intake and exhaust valves),[1][2] mechanically controlled ignition systems and early electric motor speed controllers.
Camshafts in piston engines are usually made from steel or cast iron, and the shape of the cams greatly affects the engine's characteristics.