magneto

• Небольшой динамо-генератор с вторичной обмоткой, который генерирует высокое напряжение для создания искры между электродами свечи зажигания в бензиновом двигателе, используемый обычно в небольших двигателях или старых системах зажигания.

A small dynamo with a secondary winding that generates high voltage to produce a spark across the spark plug electrodes in a gasoline engine, used typically in small engines or older ignition systems.

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   A small electrical generator that uses permanent magnets to produce high-voltage pulses for the spark plugs in some internal combustion engines, especially in small engines or older vehicles.

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   • The mechanic checked the magneto to ensure the lawnmower would start.
   • In many vintage aircraft, the engine relies on a dual magneto system for redundancy.
   • A faulty magneto can cause the engine to misfire or fail to start.