This covers most aspects of energy studies.Ìý The following are some of the larger equipment and the related experiments
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Mini Steam Power Plant capable of performing the following experiments: Determination of the quality of steam (dryness fraction); Boiler Thermal Efficiency; Plant Thermal Efficiency; Energy balance of the whole plant.
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Variable Compression Engine Test Rig that can use different types of fuels (including biofuels) and is ideal for research.Ìý Among experiments that can be performed are: Performance characteristics; Effect of compression ratio on engine performance; Specific fuel consumption.
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Two-Shaft Gas Turbine that is used to demonstrate the principles of operation of gas turbine engines, and can also be used for research.Ìý The following experiments can be performed: Performance characteristics; Thermal efficiency; Isentropic efficiency.
- Mechanical Equivalent of Heat Apparatus used to demonstrate the relationship between work and heat.
- Bench-top Air Conditioning Trainer.
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