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Work Done Factor in Axial Compressors

The document discusses the axial flow compressor, focusing on velocity triangles and the two-dimensional approach to understanding blade speeds and flow velocities. It covers specific work done by compressor blades, the degree of reaction, symmetrical and unsymmetrical blading, and introduces performance coefficients such as flow and loading coefficients. Additionally, it explains the work done factor, which accounts for losses due to boundary layers and tip clearance.

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Work Done Factor in Axial Compressors

The document discusses the axial flow compressor, focusing on velocity triangles and the two-dimensional approach to understanding blade speeds and flow velocities. It covers specific work done by compressor blades, the degree of reaction, symmetrical and unsymmetrical blading, and introduces performance coefficients such as flow and loading coefficients. Additionally, it explains the work done factor, which accounts for losses due to boundary layers and tip clearance.

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Axial Flow Compressor

Velocity Triangles
Two-Dimensional Approach:

U : Tangential blade speed

C : Absolute flow velocity

Ca: Axial component of C

Cw: whirl or tangential


component of C
V : Relative flow velocity

α : Absolute flow angle


 : Relative flow Angle
Specific Work done of Compressor blades
Degree of Reaction (R)
Symmetrical Blading
Un-Symmetrical Blading
Work Done Factor

 It is the ratio of the actual work absorbing capacity


of the stage to its ideal value.

 The work done factor accounts for the effect of


boundary layer and tip clearance losses.

 It is denoted by symbol “λ”.


Performance Coefficients

(1) Flow Coefficient (Ø):


• It is defined as the ratio of axial velocity to peripheral speed of the blades.
𝐶𝑎
i.e., Ø =
𝑈
• It is also called as compressor-velocity ratio.

• It is very sensitive parameter to change in angle of incidence.

(2) Loading Coefficient (Ψ) :


 It is defined as the ratio of actual stagnation enthalpy rise in the stage to
enthalpy equivalent of peripheral speed of the rotor.

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