(Solved): Figure Q2 shows a cross section of typical single stage gas compressor made up of piston, connecti ...

Figure Q2 shows a cross section of typical single stage gas compressor made up of piston, connecting rod and crankshaft. These components are connected using pin joints, at point A, B, and C respectively. The crankshaft is rotating at a constant \( 2000 \mathrm{rpm} \) counterclockwise. Connecting rod is at 20 degrees angle from the \( y \) axis while the crankshaft is at 45 degrees from the \( x \) axis. Given length \( A B=0.02 \mathrm{~m} \) and \( B C=0.06 \mathrm{~m} \). a) Determine the piston linear acceleration and connecting rod angular acceleration. b) Without calculation, briefly explain what happens to the piston linear acceleration and the compressor's gas flow rate if the crankshaft rotation speed is increasing. (7 marks)