The angle of distributor cam rotation when the contact breaker points are closed.

Measures the dwell angle.

The angle of distributor cam rotation when the contact breaker points are closed. This term is used when the dwell angle is not a fixed value. Used for electronic ignition systems.

A term that indicates components that are in motion. The opposite of static.

Machine converting mechanical energy into electrical energy. DC.

A measuring device for engine power output. A brake dynamometer measures the output at the engine flywheel to give the term brake horse power (bhp). A rolling road dynamometer measures the output at the vehicle wheels and is used for test and diagnostic purposes.