Minimizing entropy in thermal systems
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, Journal Article
Bejan, A
Published in: Mechanical Engineering
August 1, 1989
Building efficient energy systems means designing for less and less entropy. The engineer must balance the heat-transfer and fluid-flow irreversibilities in even the tiniest components of a system. The minimization of entropy generation is a design philosophy that extends over many sections of power and refrigeration engineering. The minimization of irreversibility is a proper way to apply the principles of thermodynamics and to begin the admittedly complex multidisciplinary tasks demanded by the actual design. This paper discusses the mechanism of entropy generation of each system compartment essential in mapping out a strategy for decreasing the entropy generated by the overall system.
Duke Scholars
Published In
Mechanical Engineering
ISSN
0025-6501
Publication Date
August 1, 1989
Volume
111
Issue
8
Start / End Page
88 / 91
Related Subject Headings
- 0913 Mechanical Engineering
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Bejan, A. (1989). Minimizing entropy in thermal systems. Mechanical Engineering, 111(8), 88–91.
Bejan, A. “Minimizing entropy in thermal systems.” Mechanical Engineering 111, no. 8 (August 1, 1989): 88–91.
Bejan A. Minimizing entropy in thermal systems. Mechanical Engineering. 1989 Aug 1;111(8):88–91.
Bejan, A. “Minimizing entropy in thermal systems.” Mechanical Engineering, vol. 111, no. 8, Aug. 1989, pp. 88–91.
Bejan A. Minimizing entropy in thermal systems. Mechanical Engineering. 1989 Aug 1;111(8):88–91.
Published In
Mechanical Engineering
ISSN
0025-6501
Publication Date
August 1, 1989
Volume
111
Issue
8
Start / End Page
88 / 91
Related Subject Headings
- 0913 Mechanical Engineering