Practice Turbochargers And Superchargers (1.3) - Effect of Altitude on Engine Performance

Practice: Turbochargers and Superchargers

Lesson 1.3Effect of Altitude on Engine Performance

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Question 1.
What happens to atmospheric pressure as altitude increases?
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Remember how air density changes at higher elevations.
Question 2.
Name one device that can help compensate for the loss of efficiency in engines at higher altitudes.
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Think about how air is compressed.
3Question 3.
What is the primary function of a turbocharger?
- To inject fuel
- To compress air
- To expel exhaust
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Think about the role of air in combustion.
4Question 4.
True or False: Superchargers are driven by exhaust gases.
- True
- False
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Consider the method of power source.
Question 5.
Consider an excavator operating at 10,000 feet without a turbocharger. Discuss the expected drop in efficiency and the implications for a construction project.
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Think about how air density affects combustion.
Question 6.
Evaluate a performance chart for a particular machine and determine how maximum power changes with different gear settings at various altitudes.
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See how different settings might interact with the machine's capacity.

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