In a compression-ignition engine, air originally at 50 C is compressed to a temperature of 550 C.

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In a compression-ignition engine, air originally at 50° C is compressed to a temperature of 550° C. The compression obeys the relationship PV1:34 = constant. Determine 

(a) The compression ratio required (i.e., the ratio of the volume before compression to the volume after compression), 

(b) The work of compression (kJ/kg), 

(c) The heat transfer (kJ/kg).

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Thermodynamics Concepts And Applications

ISBN: 9781107179714

2nd Edition

Authors: Stephen R. Turns, Laura L. Pauley

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