Enthelpy change in isentropic condition (air-con)

In summary, the conversation is discussing how to obtain the specific enthalpy (h) for refrigerant-134a at a pressure of 0.8 MPa. One person suggests using the pressure and specific entropy (s) provided to look up the corresponding temperature (T) in table A-13. However, the solution they found does not match the expected specific enthalpy range for that pressure. It is suggested that this may be due to changes in the physical properties of refrigerant-134a over time. The conversation also mentions other sources that may provide different results for the specific enthalpy.
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Homework Statement
How to get h2?
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Relevant Equations
isentropic
dH = dQ + Vdp = Tds + Vdp
H = U + pV
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h and s can be obtained from "Saturated refrigerant-134a—Pressure table"

however, how to get h2? it is not on the curve, and neither p or dV is given in the question. Thank you
 
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Ity says P 0.8 MPa on the curve ! You have s,p and can look up T in table A-13
 
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This is table A13, which at P=0.8MPa, s=0.94456, h should be somewhere between 286.71 and 296.82.
However, from the solution, h= 275.39kJ, am I looking at the table in a correct way?
 
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Yes you are. Turns out the phys props have changed slightly.
I have an older edition (2002) of cengel and there it matches better.
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https://www.egr.msu.edu/classes/me417/somerton/R134a Tables.pdf

I googled "and operates on an ideal vapor-compression refrigeration cyle between 0.14 and 0.8 MPa" and did indeed find other results too.
 
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1. What is enthalpy change in isentropic condition?

Enthalpy change in isentropic condition refers to the change in enthalpy of a substance that occurs in a system that is undergoing a reversible and adiabatic process. This means that there is no heat transfer between the system and its surroundings, and the process is carried out without any loss or gain of energy.

2. How is enthalpy change in isentropic condition related to air conditioning?

In air conditioning systems, enthalpy change in isentropic condition is used to measure the change in enthalpy of the air as it is compressed and cooled. This helps in determining the efficiency of the air conditioning system and ensuring that the desired temperature and humidity levels are achieved.

3. What is the formula for calculating enthalpy change in isentropic condition?

The formula for calculating enthalpy change in isentropic condition is ΔH = Cp * ΔT, where ΔH is the change in enthalpy, Cp is the specific heat capacity of the substance, and ΔT is the change in temperature.

4. How does enthalpy change in isentropic condition affect the performance of an air conditioning system?

The enthalpy change in isentropic condition directly affects the performance of an air conditioning system. A higher enthalpy change means that more work is required to compress and cool the air, leading to a decrease in the efficiency of the system. On the other hand, a lower enthalpy change indicates that the system is operating more efficiently.

5. What factors can influence enthalpy change in isentropic condition?

There are several factors that can influence enthalpy change in isentropic condition, including the type of refrigerant used, the design and size of the air conditioning system, and the operating conditions such as temperature and pressure. Other factors such as heat transfer and friction within the system can also affect enthalpy change.

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