Ideal Work in Thermodynamics Formulas

Ideal Work is defined as the maximum work obtained when the processes are mechanically reversible. And is denoted by W_ideal. Ideal Work is usually measured using the Joule for Energy. Note that the value of Ideal Work is always negative.

Formulas to find Ideal Work in Thermodynamics

fxIdeal Work using Lost and Actual WorkGo

Thermodynamics formulas that make use of Ideal Work

fxThermodynamic Efficiency using Work RequiredGo

fxActual Work using Thermodynamic Efficiency and Condition is Work is RequiredGo

fxLost Work using Ideal and Actual WorkGo

fxActual Work using Ideal and Lost WorkGo

List of variables in Thermodynamics formulas

fx Actual Work Done in Thermodynamic Process Go

fx Lost Work Go

FAQ

What is the Ideal Work?

Ideal Work is defined as the maximum work obtained when the processes are mechanically reversible. Ideal Work is usually measured using the Joule for Energy. Note that the value of Ideal Work is always negative.

Can the Ideal Work be negative?

Yes, the Ideal Work, measured in Energy can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Ideal Work?

Ideal Work is usually measured using the Joule[J] for Energy. Kilojoule[J], Gigajoule[J], Megajoule[J] are the few other units in which Ideal Work can be measured.

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