A simple Brayton cycle with air operates between pressures of 100 kPa and 1200 kPa. The minimum temperature is 300 K, the temperature at the exit of the turbine is 50 °C and the air supply is 150 m3/min. The isentropic efficiency of the compressor is 82% and of the turbine is 88%. What is the total power produced in the turbine and what percentage of it is used for the operation of the compressor? Assume that the specific heats of air are a function of temperature.

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Remember to obtain accurate results youll need the specific values for the constants a and b in the specific heat capacity equation for air solve this problem well need to go through the steps of the ... View the full answer