Who performed the key research on the engine cycle and heat, that made the work of Otto and Diesel possible?

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Carnot and de Rocha conducted foundational research on thermodynamics, which underpins the principles of the internal combustion engine, making the work of inventors like Otto and Diesel possible. Carnot's work on the Carnot cycle is particularly significant in understanding the theoretical limits of engine efficiency.

Who Performed the Key Research on the Engine Cycle and Heat