Practice Types - 4.1 | Reciprocating Compressors | Applied Thermodynamics
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a reciprocating compressor?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about machines used in refrigeration.

Question 2

Easy

List the main components of a reciprocating compressor.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall the parts we discussed.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What type of machine uses a piston-cylinder arrangement for compression?

  • Turbine
  • Reciprocating Compressor
  • Fan

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the machines used for refrigerating.

Question 2

True or False? The polytropic process means pressure and volume do not change.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: What does the equation PV^n = constant signify?

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Calculate the work input required for a two-stage compression where P1 = 100 kPa, P2 = 400kPa, V1 = 0.5 mΒ³, and n = 1.4.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Substitute the values and simplify step-by-step.

Question 2

Design a multi-stage compressor system and explain the benefits of your design regarding work minimization and efficiency.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the streamlining of stages and the effectiveness of intercooling.

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