The indicator card shown in the illustration is produced with a/an __________. Illustration MO-0108
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — rotating drum
Indicator cards require a paper-holding drum that oscillates or rotates proportionally to piston movement. This mechanical linkage records cylinder pressure versus piston displacement, providing essential operational data for evaluating indicated mean effective pressure and engine performance.
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