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Rankine Cycle Efficiency

Rankine Cycle Efficiency Equation


$$ \eta = \frac{W_{net}}{Q_H} $$ where:

η   =   Efficiency   (Dimensionless)

Wnet   =   Net work output   (J)

QH   =   Heat input   (J)


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Equation Assumptions


  • The system is in steady state.
  • Working fluid behaves as an ideal gas.
  • There are no heat losses to surroundings.
  • Specific heats remain constant.