Flywheel diameter 1.2 m; diameter of the rope 12.5 mm; engine speed 100 r.p.m.; dead load on the brake 600 N; spring balance reading 150 N. Using this data, calculate the brake power of the engine in kW.

Flywheel diameter 1.2 m; diameter of the rope 12.5 mm; engine speed 100 r.p.m.; dead load on the brake 600 N; spring balance reading 150 N. Using this data, calculate the brake power of the engine in kW. Correct Answer 2.85

The brake power of an engine is given by the relatioB.P = /60 = (600 – 150)π (1.2+0.0125)100]/60 W B.P = 2.85 kW.

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