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A single-stage double-acting compressor running at 3 Hz is used to compress air from 110 kN/m² and 282 K to 1150 kN/m². If the internal diameter of the cylinder is 20 cm, the length of stroke 25 cm, and the piston clearance 5%, calculate:
(a) the maximum capacity of the machine, referred to air at the initial temperature and pressure, and
(b) the theoretical power requirements under isentropic conditions.

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