Understanding the Cut-Off Ratio: A Physical Explanation

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what exactly is the cut-off ratio, in physical terms?
 
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In an ideal Diesel cycle, the cut-off ratio is V2/V1, where V1 and V2 are the system volume at the beginning and end of the combustion (constant-pressure heat addition) phase.
 

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