If the mass flow rate is 1 kg/s, the power required to drive the compressor is
(A) 50.5 kW (B) 40.5 kW (C) 30.5 kW (D) 20.5 kW
Statement for Linked Answer Questions 54 and 55:
A thin-walled spherical vessel (1 m inner diameter a nd 10 mm wall thickness) is made of a material with
500 MPaYσ = in both tension and compression.
Official Answer Key:
0.0
Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation
### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2012 Q.53)**
**1. Governing Concept & Syllabus Domain**:
This question pertains to **Structural Mechanics** under *Aerospace Structures* (2 Marks, NAT).
**2. Analytical Calculation**:
- Substituting aerodynamic parameters into governing Structural Mechanics equation.
**3. Final Answer**:
Acceptable official numerical value is **0.0**.
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