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This is a framework consisting of two wheels, and a chain driven crank shaft. One of wheels is used for conducting the rest of the frame depending on the operators point of direction. Foot pedals are used to drive the chain that spins the rear wheel providing the frame to move forward.

Combination Chain Driven Bicycle

This is a framework consisting of two wheels, and a chain driven crank shaft. One of wheels is used…

"Crankcase with crank-shaft and fly-wheel added. The crankshaft serves the same purpose in an automobile as the pedals do on a bicycle. The fly-wheel on the end helps it to keep turning at an even speed." -Bodmer, 1917

Building an Automobile, Step 02: Crank-Shaft and Fly-Wheel

"Crankcase with crank-shaft and fly-wheel added. The crankshaft serves the same purpose in an automobile…

"Cylinders showing piston in place and connected to crankshaft. Gasoline vapor is exploded in the cylinders. This pushes the piston down, and as the piston is connected to the crankshaft it starts the crankshaft turning. The piston and the rod that connect it to the crankshaft are just like the feet and limbs of any one riding a bicycle." -Bodmer, 1917

Building an Automobile, Step 03: Cylinders Showing Piston and Crankshaft

"Cylinders showing piston in place and connected to crankshaft. Gasoline vapor is exploded in the cylinders.…

"The gears or 'cogwheels' are for running the fan, the pump and other parts." -Bodmer, 1917

Building an Automobile, Step 04: Cogwheels

"The gears or 'cogwheels' are for running the fan, the pump and other parts." -Bodmer, 1917

This road engine is features traction wheels, the crank shaft is adapted to rotate continuously on the wheels.

For Wheeled Road Engine

This road engine is features traction wheels, the crank shaft is adapted to rotate continuously on the…