Applied Thermodynamics I
 
 
Subject Code: EME2046
Aim of Subject: To introduce the students to the basic concepts and practical applications of thermodynamics.
Learning Outcome of Subject: At the completion of the subject, students should be able to :
  • Use property relations in ideal gas calculations.
  • Apply availability analysis for a thermodynamics system.
  • Analyze vapor power cycles with superheat, reheat and regeneration.
  • Determine efficiency of gas power cycles.
  • Identify various classes of axial and radial flow turbines, and analyse on velocity triangle, torque exerted and efficiency.
  • Undertake, under supervision, laboratory experiments on centrifugal fan and refrigeration tutor.
Programme Outcomes:
  • Ability to acquire and apply fundamental principles of science and engineering(50%)
  • Capability to communicate effectively(10%)
  • Acquisition of technical competence in specialised areas of engineering discipline(10%)
  • Ability to identify, formulate and model problems and find engineering solutions based on a systems approach(20%)
  • Ability to be a multi-skilled engineer with good technical knowledge, management, leadership and entrepreneurship skills(10%)
Assessment Scheme:
  • Lab Experiments - work in groups, lab report writing, oral assessment at the end of lab (10%)
  • Tutorial / Assignment - group assignment,focus group discussion at tutorial,to enhance understanding of basic concepts in lecture(15%)
  • Test Quiz - written exam (15%)
  • Final Exam - written exam (60%)
Teaching and Learning Activities: 51 hours (lectures,tutorials and laboratory experiment)
Credit Hours: 3
Pre-Requisite: EME1046 Principles of Thermodynamics
References:
  • Y.A. Cengel and M.A. Boles, "Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach", 3rd Edition, McGraw-Hill, 2003. (Textbook)
  • W.Z. Black and J.G. Hartley, "Thermodynamics, English/SI Version", 3rd Edition, Prentice Hall, 1996.
  • M.J. Moran and H.N. Shapiro, "Fundamentals of Engineering Thermodynamics", 3rd Edition, John Wiley & Sons, 1998.
  • R. Sonntag, C. Borgnakke and G. Van Wylen, "Fundamentals of Thermodynamics", 5th Edition, John Wiley and Sons, 1998.

Subject Contents

  • Ideal Gases

    • Property relations. Equation of state. Polytropic processes.
     
  • Availability Analysis

    • Irreversibility and availability. Exegetics efficiency.
     
  • Vapor Power Cycles

    • Carnot and Rankine cycles with superheat, reheat and regeneration. Steam boilers, economizers and air preheaters. Back pressure and extraction turbines.
     
  • Gas Power Cycles

    • Gas turbine. Petrol and diesel engine cycles.
     
  • Rotary Expanders and Compressors

    • Classifications. Axial and radial flow turbines. Staging. Velocity triangles. Work input and output. Torque exerted. Efficiency.
     
  • Reciprocating Compressors

    • Basic compressor cycle. Work equation. Effect of clearance. Isothermal and volumetric efficiency. Multistaging and intercooling. Optimum pressure ratios for minimum work input. Estimation of FAD and cylinder diameter.
     
  • Refrigeration

    • The vapor compression plant. P-H and T-S diagrams. Properties of common refrigerants. Vacuum refrigeration. Ideal and non-ideal cycles.
     

Laboratory

1. Centrifugal Fan
2. Refrigeration Tutor