SV-MDE-L1.3

Indicator diagrams, mean effective pressure and power

SV-MDE-M1 · Engine principles · SV-MDE-M1-A The four-stroke and two-stroke cycles, combustion and emissions, and the power calculation.

The power equation **P = pm L A n** is the one calculation you must be able to do cold. This lesson works it through for a yacht-sized V16, then uses exhaust temperatures to balance cylinders.

Independent study. xplor is not an accredited training provider and awards no certificate or Certificate of Competency. The MCA Marine Diesel Engineering module must be completed at an MCA-approved training provider before sitting the MCA Small Vessel Competency examination. AI-drafted content pending subject-matter-expert review.