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Definition and Classification of I.C. Engines
I.C. Engines: Internal combustion engine more popularly known as I.C. engine, is a heat engine which converts the…
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Ignition System of Petrol Engines
The ignition in a petrol engine takes place by means of a spark plug at…
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Cetane Number – Rating of CI Engine Fuels
What is Cetane Number? How rating of fuels used in C. I. Engines (Compression Ignition Engines) is…
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Detonation or Knocking in IC Engines
Detonation or knocking in I.C. Engines - The loud pulsating noise heard within the engine…
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Hydraulic Machines
Hydraulic machine are those machines which convert hydraulic energy (energy possessed by water) into mechanical…
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Reaction Turbines
What is a reaction turbine? How to calculate hydraulic and overall efficiency of reaction turbine?…
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Specific Speed of turbine
The specific speed of a turbine is defined as the speed of an imaginary turbine,…
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Model Testing and Similarity of Pumps
The models of centrifugal pumps are tested in order to know the performance of the…
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Reciprocating Pump
Reciprocating pump is a positive displacement pump where a certain volume of liquid is collected…
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Unit Speed, Unit Discharge and Unit Power
What is Unit Speed, Unit Discharge and Unit Power of a turbine? How do we…