Q: Rankine cycle pump work Integration

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In summary, the process from state 1 to state 2 is both an isentropic and isovolumic process. However, the input work of the pump, represented by (A) and (B) in the equations, is not the same. This is because (A) represents an isovolumic process while (B) represents an ideal gas adiabatic process.
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Homework Statement
To determine pump work
Relevant Equations
Open system, work integral equation
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Why is the process from state 1 to state 2 an isentropic and isovolumic process, but the input work of the pump is (A) not (B)?
isovolumic process:
$$ w_{pump,in}=\ \int_{1}^{2}{vdp\ =\ v\left(p_2-p_1\right)}\ldots\ldots\ldots\ldots..\left(A\right) $$

isentropic process:
$$ \because pv^k=c\ \ \therefore c\ =\ \left( \frac{c}{p} \right) ^k $$
$$w_{pump,in}=\ \int_{1}^{2}{vdp\ =\int_{1}^{2}{{(\frac{c}{p})}^kdp}=\ \frac{c^k}{1-k}\left[p_2^{1-k}-p_1^{1-k}\right]}=\frac{1}{1-k}\left[{\left({p_2}^k{v_2}^k\right)p}_2^{1-k}-\left({p_1}^k{v_1}^k\right)p_1^{1-k}\right]=\frac{1}{1-k}\left[p_2{v_2}^k-p_1{v_1}^k\right]\ldots\ldots\ldots\ldots..\left(B\right)$$

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##pV^k=c## is for an adiabatic gaseous process. This stage of the Rankine cycle is with a liquid, so theoretically isovolumetric.
 
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haruspex said:
##pV^k=c## is for an adiabatic gaseous process. This stage of the Rankine cycle is with a liquid, so theoretically isovolumetric.
Not only an adiabatic gaseous process; an ideal gas adiabatic process.
 
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FAQ: Q: Rankine cycle pump work Integration

Q: What is the Rankine cycle and how does the pump work fit into it?

The Rankine cycle is a thermodynamic cycle used to convert heat into mechanical work, commonly found in power plants. The pump in the Rankine cycle is responsible for increasing the pressure of the working fluid (usually water) before it enters the boiler. This is crucial because higher pressure allows the fluid to absorb more heat and convert it into more mechanical work during the expansion process in the turbine.

Q: How do you calculate the work done by the pump in the Rankine cycle?

The work done by the pump in the Rankine cycle can be calculated using the formula: W_pump = v * (P2 - P1), where v is the specific volume of the fluid, P1 is the initial pressure, and P2 is the final pressure. For more accurate results, especially when dealing with incompressible fluids like water, the integration of the specific volume over the pressure range might be necessary.

Q: Why is integrating the pump work important in the Rankine cycle?

Integrating the pump work is important in the Rankine cycle because it provides a more accurate measurement of the work input required for the pump. This is especially significant when dealing with fluids that have varying specific volumes under different pressures. Accurate calculation of pump work ensures the overall efficiency of the cycle is correctly determined.

Q: What are the typical assumptions made when calculating pump work in the Rankine cycle?

Typically, several assumptions are made to simplify the calculation of pump work in the Rankine cycle: the fluid is considered incompressible, the process is assumed to be isentropic (no entropy change), and the specific volume of the fluid is taken as constant. These assumptions help in deriving a simpler formula for pump work, although they might introduce some level of approximation.

Q: How does the efficiency of the pump affect the overall efficiency of the Rankine cycle?

The efficiency of the pump affects the overall efficiency of the Rankine cycle significantly. A more efficient pump requires less work input to achieve the same pressure increase, thereby reducing the amount of energy that must be supplied to the cycle. This leads to a higher net work output from the turbine and improves the overall thermal efficiency of the cycle.

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