Calculate the following efficiencies for an assumed pumping system: a. Electric drive motor efficiency. b. Pump efficiency. c. System overall efficiency. Use the following inputs and outputs: Motor input power -3.73 kW: motor output power = 3.36 kW. Pump input power = 3.36 kW: pump output flow= 26 L/min: pump output pressure = 6895 kPa.

Calculate the following efficiencies for an assumed pumping system: a. Electric drive motor efficiency. b. Pump efficiency. c. System overall efficiency. Use the following inputs and outputs: Motor input power -3.73 kW: motor output power = 3.36 kW. Pump input power = 3.36 kW: pump output flow= 26 L/min: pump output pressure = 6895 kPa.

Elements Of Electromagnetics

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