Question

What are the types of absorption dynamo meters?

(a) prony brake

(b) rope brake

(c) hydraulic brake

(d) all of the mentioned

The question was asked by my school principal while I was bunking the class.

The query is from Engine Power in chapter Measurements and Testing/Performance Parameters and Characteristics of IC Engine

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

(d) all of the mentioned

Absorption dynamometers are used to measure the power output of an engine. The three types mentioned in your options are common types of absorption dynamometers:

1. Prony brake: A type of dynamometer that measures brake power by using friction to absorb engine output.

2. Rope brake: Similar to the prony brake but uses a rope wound around a drum to create resistance and measure power.

3. Hydraulic brake: Uses hydraulic fluid to absorb the power and measures the force required to drive the fluid through a controlled system.

Each of these methods is used to absorb engine power and determine its performance.