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One mechanical aspect that affects compression is the piston top. A dish increases cylinder volume, which reduces compression. In contrast, a domed piston decreases volume and increases compression. If detonation occurs, the piston top, ring land, or rings can be physically damaged due to the excessive pressure shocks created by colliding flame waves.
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One mechanical aspect that affects compression is the piston top. A dish increases cylinder volume, which reduces compression. In contrast, a domed piston decreases volume and increases compression. If detonation occurs, the piston top, ring land, or rings can be physically damaged due to the excessive pressure shocks created by colliding flame waves.  View Related Article

 

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