Power can be generated in principle by utilizing the naturally occurring decrease with depth of the temperature of ocean water. At one location the ocean surface temperature is 60°F, while at a depth of 1800 ft the temperature is 45°F. Determine the maximum thermal efficiency for any power cycle operating between hot and cold reservoirs at these temperatures.

Power can be generated in principle by utilizing the naturally occurring decrease with depth of the temperature of ocean water. At one location the ocean surface temperature is 60°F, while at a depth of 1800 ft the temperature is 45°F. Determine the maximum thermal efficiency for any power cycle operating between hot and cold reservoirs at these temperatures.

Principles of Heat Transfer (Activate Learning with these NEW titles from Engineering!)

8th Edition

ISBN:9781305387102

Author:Kreith, Frank; Manglik, Raj M.

Publisher:Kreith, Frank; Manglik, Raj M.

Chapter8: Natural Convection

Section: Chapter Questions

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