Consider a simple ideal Rankine cycle with fixed turbine inlet conditions. What is the effect of lowering the condenser pressure on: (a) Pump work input; (b) Turbine work output; (c) Heat supplied; (d) Heat rejected; (e) cycle efficiency; (f) Moisture content at turbine exit

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London Maxwell

8 December, 20:59

Consider a simple ideal Rankine cycle with fixed turbine inlet conditions. What is the effect of lowering the condenser pressure on: (a) Pump work input; (b) Turbine work output; (c) Heat supplied; (d) Heat rejected; (e) cycle efficiency; (f) Moisture content at turbine exit

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Guillermo Duarte · Answer 1

The effect of lowering the condenser pressure on different parameters is explained below.

Explanation:

The simple ideal Rankine cycle is shown in figure.

Effect of lowering the condenser pressure on

(a). Pump work input : - By lowering the condenser pressure the pump work increased.

(b) Turbine work output : - By lowering the condenser pressure the turbine work increased.

(c). Heat supplied : - Heat supplied increases.

(d). Heat rejected : - The heat rejected may increased or decreased.

(e). Efficiency : - Cycle efficiency is increased.

(f). Moisture content at turbine exit : - Moisture content increases.