In a centrifugal compressor, the highest Mach number leading to shock wave in the fluid flow occurs at
A. Diffuser inlet radius
B. Diffuser outlet radius
C. Impeller inlet radius
D. Impeller outlet radius
Answer: Option B
Solution(By Examveda Team)
In a centrifugal compressor, the highest Mach number leading to shock wave in the fluid flow occurs at diffuser outlet radiusRelated Questions on Compressors, Gas Turbines and Jet Engines
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