Practice - Optimal Stage Pressure Ratio
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Practice Questions
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What is the formula to determine the intermediate pressure in a two-stage compressor?
💡 Hint: Think of the square root of the product of the inlet and delivery pressures.
Why is it advantageous to maintain equal pressure ratios across compressor stages?
💡 Hint: Consider energy consumption in an operation.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the optimal pressure for a two-stage compressor if P1 is 100 kPa and P2 is 400 kPa?
💡 Hint: Use the formula P_intermediate = √(P1 * P2).
True or False: Equal stage pressure ratios lead to reduced work input.
💡 Hint: Think about the benefits of uniform pressure distribution.
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Challenge Problems
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A six-stage compressor has an inlet pressure of 30 kPa and a final delivery pressure of 900 kPa. Calculate the optimal pressure ratio for each stage and explain its significance.
💡 Hint: Break down the calculation step by step.
If a compressor's actual stage pressure ratios differ significantly from the optimal ratios, what potential consequences might occur?
💡 Hint: Consider the effects of operational inefficiency on performance.
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