In Requirements for internal combustion engines of Piston type, The exhaust system shall be equipped with ____________ to prevent excessive explosion pressures.
Direct Answer
Option A: explosion relief ventilation
Internal combustion engines using gas must be equipped with explosion relief ventilation in the exhaust system. These devices are designed to open rapidly during a pressure spike, safely releasing the energy of an internal explosion to the atmosphere, thereby preventing the exhaust system from rupturing and causing secondary damage to the engine room.
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Detailed Explanation & Context
Internal combustion engines using gas must be equipped with explosion relief ventilation in the exhaust system. These devices are designed to open rapidly during a pressure spike, safely releasing the energy of an internal explosion to the atmosphere, thereby preventing the exhaust system from rupturing and causing secondary damage to the engine room.
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