Explores thermodynamic identities, entropy changes, and thermal machine efficiencies, including Carnot and Otto cycles, heat pumps, and heating methods.
Covers the real heat pump cycle, including its typical layout, conditions, representation, compressor efficiency, exergy analysis, and limitations.
Explores the classification and types of heat pumps based on energy input and drivers.
Covers exercises on heat and mass transfer, including multimodal heat transfer and transient conduction.
Discusses technical challenges in implementing the Carnot cycle, energy and exergy balances, and the advantages of exergy analysis.
