Applications of compressed air: identify the correct set Which of the following are common uses of compressed air in mechanical/thermal systems? Choose the correct option.
Mechanical Engineering
Compressors, Gas Dynamics and Gas Turbines
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AIn gas turbine plants
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BOperating pneumatic drills
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CStarting and supercharging of internal-combustion engines
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DAll of the above
Answer
Correct Answer: All of the above
Explanation
Given data
- Uses of compressed air across industries and power plants.
Concept/ApproachCompressed air is widely used for pneumatic tools (e.g., drills), for starting and supercharging I.C. engines, and in gas turbine plant services (e.g., starting systems, purge, cooling and controls).
Final AnswerAll of the above