Thermodynamics, Statistical Thermodynamics, & Kinetics
Thermodynamics, Statistical Thermodynamics, & Kinetics
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Author: Thomas Engel, Philip Reid
Publisher: Prentice Hall
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The maximum theoretical efficiency of an internal combustion engine is achieved in a reversible Carnot cycle. Assume that the engine is operating in the Otto cycle and that C v , m = 5 R / 2 for the fuel-air mixture initially at 273 K (the temperature of the cold reservoir). The mixture is compressed by a factor of 6.9 in the adiabatic compression step. What is the maximum theoretical efficiency of this engine? How much would the efficiency increase if the compression ratio could be increased to 15? Do you see a problem in doing so?

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