A wrist pin is a small, cylindrical component that helps connect the piston to the connecting rod in an internal combustion engine. There are several synonyms for the term wrist pin including gudgeon pin, piston pin, and floating pin. These alternative terms are commonly used interchangeably, but the term gudgeon pin is perhaps the most widely recognized. Gudgeon pins are commonly used in heavy-duty engines and industrial equipment, whereas piston pins are commonly found in smaller engines such as those used in motorcycles and small vehicles. The term floating pin is used to describe wrist pins that can move slightly within their housing, allowing for greater flexibility and improved engine performance.