packageClausiusRankine

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This example illustrates, step by step, how the Clausius–Rankine cycle can be modeled using idealized state-change components, specifically Adiabatic and Isobaric processes.

The Clausius–Rankine cycle is a fundamental thermodynamic cycle that represents the operation of steam power plants. It is widely applied in thermal power generation due to its efficiency, reliability, and suitability for large-scale energy production. The cycle converts heat into mechanical work using a working fluid, typically water (liquid and steam), which undergoes four principal processes:

• Compression in a pump: adiabatic process with isentropic efficiency
• Heating and vaporization in a steamGenerator (preheater, boiler, superheater): isobaric process
• Expansion through a turbine to generate work: adiabatic process with isentropic efficiency
• Condensation in a condenser: isobaric process

If the mass flow rate setpoint is non differentiable considerInertance = false is required, see UsersGuide.InertanceNeglect.

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• 2026, by Raphael Gebhart (raphael.gebhart@dlr.de):
  Initial version.