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  The connecting rod is a shaft used in a vehicle to transfer the motion of the piston to the crankshaft. The connecting rod is placed inside the engine cylinder and is subjected to high combustion temperature and pressure. The steady demand for internal combustion engine-powered vehicles is a major driver of the  connecting rod market . The connecting rod is an integral part of the combustion engine and factors such as drivability and engine stability are fuelling the demand for connecting rods. Rising concerns pertaining to carbon emissions are prompting the need to downsize the engine. Lighter connecting rods reduce the inertia force on engines and permits the usage of smaller balancing weight on the crankshaft. Automakers are being compelled to reduce the weight of connecting rods in order to comply with emission regulations. Titanium connecting rods are witnessing an increased demand owing to their light weight. The high strength and durability of a powder forged connecti...