Practice - Modifications to Improve Efficiency
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of superheating in power cycles?
💡 Hint: Think about energy extraction.
Define regeneration.
💡 Hint: This involves recycling some of the steam.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What process increases the average temperature of heat addition in steam cycles?
💡 Hint: It's related to how heat is added!
True or False: Regeneration improves efficiency by recycling waste heat.
💡 Hint: Think about using previously used energy.
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Challenge Problems
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A steam power plant functions with a basic Rankine cycle at a thermal efficiency of 30%. After integrating superheating and regeneration, efficiency rises to 45%. Calculate the percentage improvement.
💡 Hint: Calculate the difference first before dividing by the old efficiency.
Discuss how minimizing exergy destruction in a Rankine cycle can lead to more sustainable energy practices.
💡 Hint: Focus on long-term energy implications and environmental impacts.
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