Entropy Change in the Carnot Cycle: Entropy in the Adiabatic Process

TL;DR

This paper reexamines the entropy change during the adiabatic processes of the Carnot cycle, focusing on the isentropic nature of these steps to clarify fundamental thermodynamic principles.

Contribution

It provides a detailed analysis of entropy variation in adiabatic processes within the Carnot cycle, challenging or reaffirming traditional assumptions.

Findings

Entropy remains constant during adiabatic expansion and compression.

Reevaluation of the isentropic assumption in idealized thermodynamic cycles.

Clarification of entropy behavior in theoretical thermodynamics.

Abstract

Entropy change in the Carnot cycle is discussed. In particular, the isentropic change in the adiabatic expansion (or compression) is reinvestigated.