Are you wanting practical (experimental) questions like, "If 1 kJ of energy is added to 1 kg of water at 1 atm. and 20C, what will the final temperature be?" or theoretical ones like, "If the entropy of a system decreases by 1 kJ what will be the change in entropy of the surroundings if the process were reversible? Irreversible?" or more esoteric ones like, "Is the quantity, ∂h/∂s)p, always positive or always negative or either±?"
1. How can the principles of thermodynamics be applied to improve energy efficiency in industrial processes?
2. How can thermodynamic modeling contribute to the design and optimization of new power generation technologies?
3. In what ways can understanding thermodynamics help to inform sustainable engineering practices and reduce the environmental impact of energy production?
4. How can thermodynamics be used to improve the performance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in buildings?
5. What are the practical implications of thermodynamic principles for the design and operation of propulsion systems in transportation, such as aircraft engines or rocket motors?
Here are five questions related to thermometry and temperature metrology in the context of applied thermodynamics:
1. How can thermometry techniques be applied to accurately measure and monitor temperature profiles in a high-temperature industrial furnace?
2. What are the key considerations in selecting and calibrating temperature sensors for precise temperature measurement in a cryogenic storage system?
3. How can thermocouples and resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) be effectively utilized for temperature control in a chemical reactor?
4. What are the challenges and solutions in achieving accurate temperature measurements in extreme environments, such as aerospace applications or deep-sea exploration, using thermometry techniques?
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5. How can the principles of temperature metrology be applied to ensure reliable and consistent temperature measurement in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly for the validation of temperature-sensitive drug storage and transportation?