Creating a Heat Engine with Everyday Instruments

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SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on creating a highly efficient heat engine using everyday laboratory instruments. Key obstacles include energy loss due to heat and friction. To enhance efficiency, participants recommend using materials that serve as good insulators, possess low friction properties, and can withstand high pressure. Specific material recommendations were not provided, but the emphasis is on selecting appropriate components to minimize energy loss.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of thermodynamics principles
  • Familiarity with materials science, specifically insulators
  • Knowledge of friction reduction techniques
  • Basic engineering skills for constructing heat engines
NEXT STEPS
  • Research materials with high insulation properties for heat engines
  • Explore advanced friction reduction techniques, such as lubrication methods
  • Study thermodynamic cycles applicable to heat engine design
  • Investigate high-pressure materials suitable for engine construction
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Engineers, hobbyists, and students interested in thermodynamics and heat engine design, particularly those looking to innovate with everyday materials.

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does anyone know how to make a very efficient heat engine using casual laboratory instruments...thanks
 
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Hello,
The only obstacle in the way to make a higly efficient engine is the energy lost in the form of heat and to overcome the friction, to make a highly efficient heat engine try to use material which is can be used a good insulator, have low friction, tough enough to bear the high pressure.
 
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