Combustion air mass flow from engine power and excess-air ratio - basis for T/C + intake design.
Formula
$$ \dot m_{air} = 14.5 \cdot \lambda \cdot \dot m_{fuel} $$
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $λ$ | Excess-air ratio | - | engine type |
Sources
- Heywood - IC Engines 2/e.