Thermodynamics throttling device

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In a throttling expansion process, steam at 550 bar and 475 °C drops to 1 bar, resulting in a temperature of 99.6 °C, as this is the saturation temperature at 1 bar. The internal energy of the steam can be calculated using the relationship between internal energy and enthalpy, which was not initially included in the relevant equations. The enthalpy remains constant during the throttling process, leading to the conclusion that the outlet fluid must remain as steam above the saturation temperature. The discussion highlights the importance of steam tables in determining temperature and the need for additional formulas to calculate internal energy. Understanding these concepts is crucial for solving thermodynamic problems involving throttling devices.
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Homework Statement


Steam at 550 bar and 475 °C undergoes a throttling expansion to 1 bar in a steady-state process. What will be the temperature of the steam after the expansion? Calculate the internal energy of the fluid.

Homework Equations


h2 = h1

The Attempt at a Solution


the temperature of the steam after the expansion is 99.6c according to steam tables as temperature of saturation at 1 bar is 99.6c so the temperature cannot be below that if the outlet fluid has to be steam?
no idea how to find the internal energy though...
 
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christy lam said:

Homework Statement


Steam at 550 bar and 475 °C undergoes a throttling expansion to 1 bar in a steady-state process. What will be the temperature of the steam after the expansion? Calculate the internal energy of the fluid.

Homework Equations


h2 = h1

The Attempt at a Solution


the temperature of the steam after the expansion is 99.6c according to steam tables as temperature of saturation at 1 bar is 99.6c so the temperature cannot be below that if the outlet fluid has to be steam?
no idea how to find the internal energy though...

How is the internal energy of the steam related to its enthalpy? There is a handy formula for this which you haven't included in the Relevant equations.
 
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