The actual work done by a compressor in aircraft design represents the real work or energy expended by the compressor as it compresses air or another fluid. This parameter is crucial for assessing the compressor’s performance and efficiency.
The formula for calculating the actual work done by a compressor can be defined as:
- Actual Work Done by Compressor is the work or energy expended by the compressor during the compression process, typically measured in joules (J) or other energy units.
- Change in Enthalpy (ΔH) is the difference in enthalpy (total energy per unit mass) of the fluid before and after compression, typically measured in joules per kilogram (J/kg) or other energy per unit mass units.
- Mass Flow Rate is the rate at which the fluid (e.g., air) flows through the compressor, typically measured in kilograms per second (kg/s) or other mass flow rate units.