Practice Next Steps: Earthmoving Equipment Discussion - 5.2 | 1. Effect of Altitude on Engine Performance | Construction Engineering & Management - Vol 2
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Question 1

Easy

What happens to air density as altitude increases?

💡 Hint: Consider what happens to air when you go higher.

Question 2

Easy

What is the purpose of a turbocharger?

💡 Hint: Think about what a turbocharger does to air.

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Question 1

What is the relationship between altitude and engine horsepower?

  • Horsepower increases
  • Horsepower decreases
  • Horsepower remains constant

💡 Hint: Consider how air density affects combustion.

Question 2

Turbochargers are used to:

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember the function of a turbocharger.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

If an earthmover has a standard horsepower of 150 at sea level, calculate its expected horsepower at a height of 9,000 feet where the air density drops to about 70% of that at sea level. Show your calculations.

💡 Hint: Use the percentage reduction in air density to assess horsepower.

Question 2

Discuss the implications of using a machine rated for sea level performance at high altitude without adjustment for conditions. Highlight three potential issues.

💡 Hint: Think about the engine's air-fuel mixture and performance.

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