APPLICATION OF THERMODYNAMICS IN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES
Keywords:
Thermodynamic analysis, energy efficiency, exergy, industrial processes, heat transfer, power generation, HVAC systems, computational modeling, process optimization, sustainability.Abstract
Thermodynamic analysis is pivotal in optimizing industrial processes by evaluating energy transformations and identifying inefficiencies. This article delves into the fundamental principles of thermodynamics, explores various analytical methodologies—including energy and mass balances, exergy analysis, and pinch analysis—and examines their applications across industries such as power generation, chemical processing, and HVAC systems. Advanced topics like computational modeling and thermodynamic databases are also discussed, providing a holistic view of how thermodynamic analysis drives efficiency and sustainability in industrial settings.
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