Question

The reduction in work capacity can be accounted by the use of

• A. solidity
• B. diffusion factor
• C. whirling factor
• D. work done factor

Hint:

Work done factor is used in turbomachinery to reflect realistic energy transfer.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

In the context of aerospace engineering, the term "reduction in work capacity" typically refers to the loss or reduction of mechanical energy that is not fully transformed into useful work. To quantify or account for this reduction, engineers use specific factors that describe different aspects of performance loss.

Among the given options, the work done factor is the most appropriate term related to the reduction in work capacity. This factor considers the actual work output compared to what is theoretically possible. If there is a decrease in work capacity, the work done factor can indicate how much actual work is realized compared to the expected ideal output.

Hence, to account for the reduction in work capacity, the appropriate term is the work done factor.