MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

DATE: 24/09/19
ENERGY CONVERSION - II
ASSIGNMENT NO. 1
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1) Compare turbo-machine and positive displacement machines.

2) Derive an expression for maximum efficiency for an impulse turbine in terms of blade speed
ratio.
3) Describe Pressure-Velocity compounded steam turbine and write its advantages.
4) Derive an expression for maximum efficiency for a reaction turbine in terms of blade speed
ratio.
5) Explain the Reheat factor for the steam turbine with neat sketch.
6) Draw the velocity triangles. Write the equation of work done for the following:
a) Impulse Steam turbine b) Parson’s turbine
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Note: Last date for submission of assignment by ME-V-B students is 01/10/19 and after last
date, no assignment will be taken.