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Mechanical Efficiency (η_m)

Ratio of brake to indicated power. A falling η_m at fixed IMEP is the earliest sign of rising friction (piston rings, bearings, seals).

Engine
Mechanical efficiency
88.89%
Friction power
1,500.0kW
Formula, assumptions, and limits

Typical modern slow-speed η_m 0.90–0.92; medium-speed 0.87–0.90. Falling η_m at fixed IMEP = rising friction - early indicator of ring wear or bearing distress.

Symbol legend

SymbolMeaningUnitSource
Brake powerkWshaft torsionmeter
Indicated powerkWindicator / IMEP
Mechanical efficiency - result
Friction power losskWresult