Heat engine theory

04/27/17

“How can we turn heat into useful energy?”
It is a well-known fact that energy can be converted into heat. However, is it possible to accomplish the opposite? Well, let’s think about it. We know that if we connect two points with different temperatures, then a heat flow will take place. And since this means that there is a  transfer of energy, it can be redirected into useful work. A machine that accomplishes this is known as a heat engine, which is used in everyday life from jet engines to electricity generators.

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