The deadliest tornado in West Virginia's history struck Shinnston at 8:30 p.m., June 23, 1944. Sixty-six people died in the town and surrounding area. The total number of people killed by the tornado was 103, with 430 serious injuries.
The cylinder is the part of the engine where combustion takes place. The combustion in the cylinder is what powers the vehicle. The engine block is normally made from cast iron or aluminum. Depending on the type of vehicle, an engine may have as few as two up to as many as 12 cylinders (the Bugatti Chiron has a 16 cylinder engine!).
Fun Facts about Internal Combustion Engines for Kids. 1  Cars have more than just one piston and valve. 2  A cannon is a very simple type of combustion engine. 3  As air moves into the engine, it goes through an air filter that gets rid of dirt and dust. 4  A spark plug lights the gas on fire so it moves the pistons.