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Mechanical Engineering · Q255

Compressors, Gas Turbines And Jet Engines

Engineering and GATE · Mechanical Engineering · question 255

Q255

Clearance volume in actual reciprocating compressors is essential

A.
To accommodate Valves in the cylinder head
B.
To provide cushioning effect
C.
To attain high volumetric efficiency
D.
To provide cushioning effect and also to avoid mechanical bang of piston with cylinder head
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
Clearance volume in actual reciprocating compressors is essential To provide cushioning effect and also to avoid mechanical bang of piston with cylinder head