Practice Advantages - Reciprocating Compressors - Applied Thermodynamics
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Question 1 Easy

What is a reciprocating compressor?

💡 Hint: Think about how gases are handled in various applications.

Question 2 Easy

Name one advantage of multistage compression.

💡 Hint: Consider the energy efficiency aspect.

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Question 1

What is the main purpose of a reciprocating compressor?

To heat gases
To compress gases
To filter gases

💡 Hint: Consider the function of the machinery involved.

Question 2

True or False: Multi-stage compressors increase work input compared to single-stage compressors.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about how stages affect energy use.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

If the inlet pressure P1 is 1.5 bar and final pressure P2 is 6 bar in a two-stage compressor, calculate the optimal intermediate pressure.

💡 Hint: What formula would allow you to find an intermediate pressure from two given pressures?

Challenge 2 Hard

Discuss the significance of minimizing clearance volume in reciprocal compressors and how it might impact overall efficiency.

💡 Hint: Think about the term 'dead space' and how it relates to compression efficiency.

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