The discussion revolves around heat cycles, work, and efficiency in thermodynamic processes. Participants are examining the equations related to work done in a system and the efficiency of that work in relation to heat transfer.
Some participants have pointed out errors in the integration process and are seeking clarification on the appropriate equations to use. Guidance has been offered regarding the integral of PdV, with suggestions to align calculations with the diagram presented.
There is an emphasis on ensuring that the calculations are consistent with the visual representation of the process, and participants are working within the constraints of the problem as defined by the homework assignment.
What equation can I use to find the work then?Chestermiller said:
You can use the integral of PdV. Just do it in a way that is consistent with what you see in the diagram.Marcin H said:
I just took the area of the rectangle. So W=2P1V1. I got an efficiency of 17% with that.Chestermiller said: