1.1 - Usable Power and Standard Conditions
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Practice Questions
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What is the impact of altitude on engine performance?
💡 Hint: Think about how air density changes at higher altitudes.
What device can help maintain the fuel-to-air ratio at higher altitudes?
💡 Hint: This device effectively increases air intake.
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What effect does altitude have on the horsepower output of a naturally aspirated engine?
💡 Hint: Consider how less oxygen affects combustion efficiency.
True or False: Performance charts indicate the relationship between engine speed and resistance only.
💡 Hint: Think about what performance charts actually show.
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A construction company needs to perform excavation work at an elevation of 8,000 feet. Calculate the expected decrease in horsepower if the rated output at sea level is 100 horsepower. Justify your calculation.
💡 Hint: Think about standard adjustment percentages used in engineering practices.
If a turbocharger efficiently increases the air intake but runs at a temperature exceeding the optimal level, discuss how this will impact performance. What can be done to mitigate these effects?
💡 Hint: Consider how cooling systems affect performance in high-stress environments.
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