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Compressor surge occurs when

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Compressor surge is characterized by \[ \boxed{ \text{Flow Reversal} } \] caused by excessive back pressure and accompanied by severe pressure oscillations.

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Mass flow rate becomes too high
Pressure ratio becomes zero
Flow reverses due to excessive back pressure
Blade tip speed becomes zero

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