Answer
Carnot cycle is not a realistic model for steam power plants because
1) Isothermal process can be maintained with two phase flow which limits the maximum operational temperature.
2) Turbine has to handle two phase flow (steam) which causes erosion.
3) Compressor has to handle two phase flow (steam) which is not practical design
Work Step by Step
Carnot cycle is not a realistic model for steam power plants because
1) Isothermal process can be maintained with two phase flow which limits the maximum operational temperature.
2) Turbine has to handle two phase flow (steam) which causes erosion.
3) Compressor has to handle two phase flow (steam) which is not practical design
