Power Cycles:Vapor Power Cycles Flashcards
1
Q
Step 1-2
A
Isentropic Compression (Compressor)
2
Q
Step 2-3
A
Heat Removal at Constant pressure (condenser)
3
Q
Step 3-4
A
Isentropic Expansion/throttling (expansion valve)
4
Q
Step 4-1
A
Heat addition at constant pressure (evaporator)
5
Q
Calculation: Expansion Valve
A
Q=W=0
H3=H4
6
Q
Calculation: Evaporator
A
W=0
Q=M(H1-H4)
7
Q
Calculation: Compressor
A
Q=0
Wc=M(H2-H1)
8
Q
Calculation: Condenser
A
W=0
Qc=M(H3-H2)
9
Q
Calculation: Thermal Efficiency
A
COP=QL/Win=QB/Wc