Experimental Strength Validation of a Single-Cylinder Engine Crankshaft using Universal Testing Machine (UTM)

This paper presents the experimental strength validation of a crankshaft from a single-cylinder internal combustion engine. The crankshaft is a critical component that converts reciprocating motion into rotational motion, subjecting it to significant cyclic loads. To ensure structural integrity, this study utilizes a Universal Testing Machine (UTM) to perform physical compression testing. The research encompasses material characterization, theoretical force calculations, and experimental validation. The results provide a comparative evaluation between theoretical design limits and actual physical performance, ensuring the component meets necessary safety factors for industrial application.