A Study of Thermodynamic Heat Transfer and System Efficiency

Abstract

In this paper, we try to provide an overview of thermodynamics first and second laws, which mainly deal with the transfer of heat. We mainly focus on heat transfer devices and the efficiency of energy conversion. We discuss and construct different cycles, taking into consideration the conversion of any forms of energy under consideration, in particular heat, to work on a continuous basis, which is the fundamental objective of nuclear power plant owners. One needs to have a better understanding of cycles and the way they operate. An energy conversion device converts one form of energy into another, and it is a crucial component of societal evolution. In reality, significant developments in energy conversion technology can be used to analyze the development of civilization.