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Compression ratio x compression pressure 4

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rdd48856

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Nov 14, 2004
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What is the reason why with a compression ratio of 1:8,5 you should get between 11 and 13 bar of compression pressure? You shouldn't only multiply compression ratio times the atmospheric pressure?

Thank you.
 
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...because the temperature rises during compression, further increasing pressure. Look up "polytropic compression" on the internet if you want more.
 
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