In: Mechanical Engineering
An air-standard dual cycle has a compression ratio of 14. At the
beginning of compression, p1 = 14.5
lbf/in.2, V1 = 0.5 ft3,
and T1 = 50°F. The pressure doubles during the
constant-volume heat addition process.
For a maximum cycle temperature of 3500°R, determine:
(a) the heat addition to the cycle, in Btu.
(b) the net work of the cycle, in Btu.
(c) the percent thermal efficiency.
(d) the mean effective pressure, in lbf/in.2