Clearance Volume in IC Engine Formulas

The clearance volume is the volume remaining above the piston of an engine when it reaches top dead center. And is denoted by V_c. Clearance Volume is usually measured using the Cubic Meter for Volume. Note that the value of Clearance Volume is always positive.

IC Engine formulas that make use of Clearance Volume

fxCompression Ratio given Clearance and Swept VolumeGo

fxMass of air taken in each cylinderGo

FAQ

What is the Clearance Volume?

The clearance volume is the volume remaining above the piston of an engine when it reaches top dead center. Clearance Volume is usually measured using the Cubic Meter for Volume. Note that the value of Clearance Volume is always positive.

Can the Clearance Volume be negative?

No, the Clearance Volume, measured in Volume cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Clearance Volume?

Clearance Volume is usually measured using the Cubic Meter[m³] for Volume. Cubic Centimeter[m³], Cubic Millimeter[m³], Liter[m³] are the few other units in which Clearance Volume can be measured.

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