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I'm taking an online course that covers the Rankine power cycle, that, unfortunately, isn't mentioned in any of my textbooks. Do you guys have a textbook that covers this cycle?
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Textbook containing the Rankine cycle (Thermodynamics)
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In summary, the Rankine cycle is a thermodynamic cycle that converts heat into work, commonly used in steam power plants. It consists of four main processes and components including a boiler, turbine, condenser, and pump. Its advantages include efficiency, versatility in heat sources, and scalability. It differs from other thermodynamic cycles such as the Carnot and Brayton cycles in its use of a liquid-vapor phase change and continuous reuse of the working fluid.
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Have you read over the Wikipedia article on the Rankine Cycle? It looks to be a pretty good introduction...
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rankine_cycle
You could also look through the References at the end of the article to see if they help.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rankine_cycle
You could also look through the References at the end of the article to see if they help.
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Fundamentals of Engineering Thermodynamics, Moran et al.
1. What is the Rankine cycle?
The Rankine cycle is a thermodynamic cycle used to convert heat energy into mechanical work. It is commonly used in power plants to generate electricity.
2. What are the four stages of the Rankine cycle?
The four stages of the Rankine cycle are: 1) Isentropic compression, where the working fluid is compressed to a high pressure; 2) Constant pressure heat addition, where heat is added to the working fluid at a constant pressure; 3) Isentropic expansion, where the working fluid expands and does work on the turbine; and 4) Constant pressure heat rejection, where the working fluid is cooled and condensed back to its liquid state.
3. What is the working fluid used in the Rankine cycle?
The working fluid used in the Rankine cycle is typically water, but other fluids such as ammonia or carbon dioxide can also be used.
4. What is the efficiency of the Rankine cycle?
The efficiency of the Rankine cycle depends on the temperature difference between the heat source and heat sink, as well as the type of working fluid used. Typical efficiencies range from 30% to 40%.
5. What are the applications of the Rankine cycle?
The Rankine cycle is commonly used in power plants to generate electricity, but it can also be used in other applications such as refrigeration and air conditioning systems. It is also used in geothermal power plants to harness energy from the Earth's heat.
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