In: Mechanical Engineering
A steam power plant operates with a maximum pressure of 3500 psia and maximum temperature of 1050 oF. Assume a simple Rankine cycle, condenser pressure is 10 psia, and turbomachinery is isentropic.
Turbine work in Btu/lb
Pump work in Btu/lb
Heat addition in steam generator in Btu/lb
Cycle thermal efficiency