Steam is admitted to the twin cylinder of an engine in such a manner that the average pressure is 120 psi. The diameter of the piston is 10 in. and the length of stroke is 12 in. The engine is making 300 rpm with a mechanical efficiency of 90%. Calculate the ideal generator hp output if the generator has an efficiency of 80%

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Steam is admitted to the twin cylinder of an engine in such a manner that the average pressure is 120 psi. The diameter of the piston is 10 in. and the length of stroke is 12 in. The engine is making 300 rpm with a mechanical efficiency of 90%. Calculate the ideal generator hp output if the generator has an efficiency of 80% 

 

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