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Rankine Cycle Efficiency and Work Output Calculator

η = W_net/Q_in = (W_turbine−W_pump)/Q_boiler.

Calculates the thermal efficiency and net specific work output of a Rankine steam power cycle from four state-point enthalpies: turbine inlet/outlet and pump inlet/outlet.

Nadia Almasri By Nadia Almasri
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How to use this calculator

  1. Fill in the inputs above using the units you already have.
  2. Values update automatically as you type — no submit button needed.
  3. Hover any result row for the underlying formula and intermediate values.

Formula

W_turb=h1−h2; W_pump=h4−h3; W_net=W_turb−W_pump; Q_in=h1−h4; η=W_net/Q_in×100

In depth

Calculates the thermal efficiency and net specific work output of a Rankine steam power cycle from four state-point enthalpies: turbine inlet/outlet and pump inlet/outlet.