An ideal cycle is theoretically unattainable due to inherent irreversibilities in real systems, but experimental results can approach ideal conditions. In a lab setup involving refrigeration, varying evaporator voltage while maintaining constant condenser pressure yielded enthalpy values that were nearly identical for both the actual cycle and the isentropic compression assumption. This unexpected similarity raises questions about the accuracy of the assumptions made in the experiment. The discussion highlights the complexities of thermodynamic cycles and the potential for experimental results to challenge theoretical expectations. Ultimately, while ideal cycles remain a theoretical construct, practical experiments can yield surprising results that merit further investigation.
