Thermodynamics II Term Project

Design a power plant that works on a combined cycle with the following characteristics:

The highest temperature in the cycle is 1200 K.

The highest Pressure in the cycle is 15 MPa.

The condenser pressure is 50 kPa.

You may use up to four feed-water heaters.

You may use up to three steam turbines.

You may use any number of compressors, pumps, valves and any other components.

Your task is to maximize the thermal efficiency of the cycle.