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  1. Carnot Efficiency: Qh/Ql=Th/Tl Explained • Physics Forums

    Mar 25, 2016 · The discussion focuses on the derivation of the Carnot efficiency equation, Qh/Ql = Th/Tl, which relates the heat absorbed and rejected during isothermal processes in a Carnot cycle. …

  2. Help to understand polytropic exponent and efficiency

    Apr 22, 2016 · Like in the first equation. And using the polytropic efficiency as below: View attachment 99521 The reason I am asking is because using the polytropic exponent, n gives me greater …

  3. How to calculate the efficiency of a steam engine?

    Apr 7, 2025 · The discussion centers on calculating the efficiency of steam engines, specifically using the Rankine cycle, which achieves a maximum efficiency of approximately 40%. Participants …

  4. Isentropic efficiency of a pump - Physics Forums

    Feb 12, 2016 · Explore the concept of isentropic efficiency in different types of pumps. Review the principles of thermodynamics related to state changes and efficiency calculations. Students and …

  5. Deriving Efficiency of a Diesel Engine Formula - Physics Forums

    Oct 26, 2012 · The discussion focuses on deriving the efficiency of a Diesel engine using the Diesel cycle, which includes adiabatic compression, isobaric expansion, adiabatic expansion, and isochoric …

  6. How Do You Calculate Gear Train Efficiency Based on Load Torque?

    Oct 16, 2018 · The discussion focuses on calculating the efficiency of a gear train based on load torque, specifically for a system where shaft 1 rotates at 100 RPM and shaft 2 at 400 RPM against a load of …

  7. Calculating Gear Train Efficiency & Input Power - Physics Forums

    Jun 17, 2015 · Homework Statement a) Determine the input power required at shaft 1. b) Specify the efficiency of the gear train as a percentage. c) Determine an equation for the efficiency of the gear …

  8. Maximizing Aircraft Performance: Understanding Oswald Efficiency Factor

    Aug 17, 2007 · i googled a lot, the best hit i got was " 'e' is a parameter which expresses the total variation of drag with lift. It is sometimes called the span efficiency factor or Oswald efficiency factor …

  9. Calculate compressor efficiency - Physics Forums

    Jan 9, 2011 · The efficiency of a compressor, specifically a Garrett T3 compressor, can be calculated using the equation η = (Tω) / (ṁcₚT₁ [ (P₂/P₁)^ (γ-1)/γ - 1]). This formula incorporates input torque …

  10. Calculating isentropic efficiency of a compressor - Physics Forums

    Feb 7, 2017 · The forum discussion centers on calculating the isentropic efficiency of a Budworth two-stage axial flow compressor using specific measurements from an experiment. The provided …