This 3D Printed Mazda Rotary Engine Is Brilliant! Moving parts and lights showing the combustion cycle! The Wankel rotary engine was made popular by Mazda, who built rotary style engines from in production cars such as the RX-7, RX-8, and others from 1967 to 2012. The Wankel rotary engine is unique in that it has three main moving parts, in comparison to piston cylinder engines which have many more. There are two rotors, and a single eccentric shaft which all rotate, rather than reciprocating li

We discuss the fascinating Wankel rotary engine, which works without pistons or a crankshaft. This unique engine was famously used in Mazda's RX-7 and RX-8 models, providing a distinctive sound and explosive acceleration. While the rotary engine had issues with fuel efficiency and emissions, leading to its decline, some companies are now bringing it back as a range extender for electric vehicles, taking advantage of its compact size and high-revving capabilities. | Auto Viral