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Compressor Work is the work done by the compressor on the fluid. Check FAQs
Wc=Cp(T2-T1)
Wc - Compressor Work?Cp - Specific Heat Capacity at Constant Pressure?T2 - Temperature at Compressor Exit?T1 - Temperature at Compressor Inlet?

Compressor Work in Gas Turbine given Temperature Example

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152.0688Edit=1.248Edit(420Edit-298.15Edit)
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Compressor Work in Gas Turbine given Temperature Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
Wc=Cp(T2-T1)
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Wc=1.248kJ/kg*K(420K-298.15K)
Next Step Convert Units
Wc=1248J/(kg*K)(420K-298.15K)
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Wc=1248(420-298.15)
Next Step Evaluate
Wc=152068.8J
LAST Step Convert to Output's Unit
Wc=152.0688KJ

Compressor Work in Gas Turbine given Temperature Formula Elements

Variables
Compressor Work
Compressor Work is the work done by the compressor on the fluid.
Symbol: Wc
Measurement: EnergyUnit: KJ
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Specific Heat Capacity at Constant Pressure
Specific Heat Capacity at Constant Pressure means the amount of heat that is required to raise the temperature of a unit mass of gas by 1 degree at constant pressure.
Symbol: Cp
Measurement: Specific Heat CapacityUnit: kJ/kg*K
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Temperature at Compressor Exit
Temperature at Compressor Exit is the temperature of the gases exiting the compressor.
Symbol: T2
Measurement: TemperatureUnit: K
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Temperature at Compressor Inlet
Temperature at Compressor Inlet is the temperature of the gases entering the compressor.
Symbol: T1
Measurement: TemperatureUnit: K
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Compressor Work

​Go Work Required to Drive Compressor Including Mechanical Losses
Wc=(1ηm)Cp(T2-T1)
​Go Compressor work
Wc=h2-h1

Other formulas in Compressor category

​Go Degree of Reaction for Compressor
R=ΔErotor increaseΔEstage increase
​Go Isentropic Efficiency of Compression Machine
ηC=Ws,inWin
​Go Mean Diameter of Impeller
Dm=Dt2+Dh22
​Go Tip Velocity of Impeller given Mean Diameter
Ut=π(2Dm2-Dh2)0.5N60

How to Evaluate Compressor Work in Gas Turbine given Temperature?

Compressor Work in Gas Turbine given Temperature evaluator uses Compressor Work = Specific Heat Capacity at Constant Pressure*(Temperature at Compressor Exit-Temperature at Compressor Inlet) to evaluate the Compressor Work, The Compressor Work in Gas Turbine given Temperature formula is defined as the product of specific heat at constant pressure and difference of inlet and exit temperatures of compressor. Compressor Work is denoted by Wc symbol.

How to evaluate Compressor Work in Gas Turbine given Temperature using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Compressor Work in Gas Turbine given Temperature, enter Specific Heat Capacity at Constant Pressure (Cp), Temperature at Compressor Exit (T2) & Temperature at Compressor Inlet (T1) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Compressor Work in Gas Turbine given Temperature

What is the formula to find Compressor Work in Gas Turbine given Temperature?
The formula of Compressor Work in Gas Turbine given Temperature is expressed as Compressor Work = Specific Heat Capacity at Constant Pressure*(Temperature at Compressor Exit-Temperature at Compressor Inlet). Here is an example- 0.152069 = 1248*(420-298.15).
How to calculate Compressor Work in Gas Turbine given Temperature?
With Specific Heat Capacity at Constant Pressure (Cp), Temperature at Compressor Exit (T2) & Temperature at Compressor Inlet (T1) we can find Compressor Work in Gas Turbine given Temperature using the formula - Compressor Work = Specific Heat Capacity at Constant Pressure*(Temperature at Compressor Exit-Temperature at Compressor Inlet).
What are the other ways to Calculate Compressor Work?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Compressor Work-
  • Compressor Work=(1/Mechanical Efficiency)*Specific Heat Capacity at Constant Pressure*(Temperature at Compressor Exit-Temperature at Compressor Inlet)OpenImg
  • Compressor Work=Enthalpy at Exit of Compressor-Enthalpy at Compressor InletOpenImg
Can the Compressor Work in Gas Turbine given Temperature be negative?
Yes, the Compressor Work in Gas Turbine given Temperature, measured in Energy can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Compressor Work in Gas Turbine given Temperature?
Compressor Work in Gas Turbine given Temperature is usually measured using the Kilojoule[KJ] for Energy. Joule[KJ], Gigajoule[KJ], Megajoule[KJ] are the few other units in which Compressor Work in Gas Turbine given Temperature can be measured.
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