Analyze the Stirling Cycle with Real-World Materials
Examine the Stirling cycle for 10 moles of air.
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Calculate the isothermal expansion and compression curves at 200 °C and 100 °C, respectively.
Create the
diagram.
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Calculate mechanical work through
.
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Find maximal and minimal pressures for expansion and compression.
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Calculate the change in internal energy.
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Using work and the change in internal energy, calculate efficiency.
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Compare with maximal possible Carnot efficiency.
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