Energy and Work by Jeff Rhoads and Terry Ballinger MSU 2006
Basic Definitions Energy – the potential a substance has to do work Work – the energy (effort) expended in the performance of a task
Mechanical Work In its simplest form: Work = Force X Distance Work = Force X Distance
Energy and Work Much, if not all, of engineering deals with: Converting energy from one type to another Converting energy from one type to another Transporting energy from one body or substance to another Transporting energy from one body or substance to another
Energy and Work Relevant Method of Transportation: Heat Transfer - the transfer of thermal energy from a high temperature source to a low temperature sink Heat Transfer - the transfer of thermal energy from a high temperature source to a low temperature sink
Heat Transfer Types of Heat Transfer: Conduction Conduction Convection Convection Radiation Radiation
Today’s Activity Design, develop, and manufacture a ‘solar’ cooker The winner of today’s competition will most likely be decided by who has the most efficient cooker Things to consider: Heat Loss Heat Loss Reflecting/Absorbing Surfaces Reflecting/Absorbing Surfaces Greenhouse Effects Greenhouse Effects