Note:
The formula calculates the amount of steam required to raise the temperature of a fluid efficiently. It balances the energy exchange between the fluid and the injected steam, ensuring optimal heat transfer without excessive steam usage.
Parameters:
- ṁ (Boiler Output in kg/h): The total mass flow rate of steam produced by the boiler.
- h₁ (Enthalpy at Initial Temp in kJ/kg): The energy content per kg of the fluid before heating.
- h₂ (Enthalpy at Required Temp in kJ/kg): The energy content per kg of the fluid at the target temperature.
- hg (Enthalpy of Steam in kJ/kg): The energy content per kg of the injected steam.
Real-Life Applications:
- Food Industry: Used in dairy processing, breweries, and food sterilization.
- Textile Industry: Helps in fabric drying and conditioning.
- Power Plants: Optimizes steam injection for turbine efficiency.
- Pharmaceutical Industry: Used in sterilization and maintaining precise temperatures.
Importance of This Calculation:
This formula is crucial for industries where precise temperature control is needed.
Calculating the right amount of steam injection helps improve energy efficiency, reduce operational costs,
and prevent energy waste. Ensuring the correct enthalpy values in the formula leads to optimized heating
and system performance.