The hypothetical pressure which is thought to be acting on the piston throughout the power stroke is called
A. brake power
B. indicated power
C. mean effective pressure
D. none of the mentioned
Answer:A
The hypothetical pressure which is thought to be acting on the piston throughout the power stroke is called
A. brake power B. indicated power C. mean effective pressure D. none of the mentioned
Explanation: Mean effective pressure is defined as the hypothetical pressure which is thought to be acting on the piston throughout the power stroke and brake power is defined as the power developed by an engine at the output shaft while indicated power is defined as the total power developed by combustion of fuel in the combustion chamber.