SEMESTER: 2

SESSION: 2022/2023
GROUP PROJECT
(THERMODYNAMICS I - BDA20703)

1. TASK:

WRITE A REPORT ON "FUNDAMENTAL OF STEADY FLOW DEVICES: THEIR APPLICATIONS AND CASE STUDY"

There are two main systems in thermodynamics, i.e., a closed and an open system. In this project, you are required to conduct a details study
review related to the theory and the fundamental concept of the "First Law of Thermodynamics", specifically related to an open system which
is conveniently called "a control volume system". You need to do a detailed review related to the mentioned law for the system with control
volume including its related components and devices involved especially the devices called "SFD" (SFD). In order to fully comprehend the
relationship between the theory and the applications involved in this project in a limited time frame, you are required to select one type of
steady-flow device or "selected steady-flow device" (SSFD) under the "Case Study" section so that it can narrow down your study toward a
specific component. You are required to simulate the behaviour and performance of the SSFD operated under various parameter changes [1].
The study conducted should be documented in a full report and its contents should be presented individually by all group members to your
respective evaluator or lecturer [2].

Note: [1] Need to simulate with at least two parameters change. The simulation scope and parameter variation need to discuss with your
lecturer. You can use any software, spreadsheet, internet tools, or other suitable tools as your simulation tool.
[2] The report format and presentation method are described briefly in the guideline (section 2).

2. GUIDELINE

(a) You are required to follow the project groups consisting maximum of five (5) or six (6) students that have been set up for you
(please refer to: https://rb.gy/hdyg4).

(b) The groups are needed to prepare a report based on the following criteria:

(i) The report should be in the form of a "FORMAL REPORT" complete with methods applied, calculations, supporting
results, and discussion for the given project. In order to meet the standard quality and contents, please refer to the
guidelines in section 3. (WP1, WP2, WP3).

(ii) No similar content/title is allowed for the group project. Therefore, before selecting the title (related to SSFD – refer to
section 4), you must check whether the title is available, or it is being selected by the other group.

(iii) Plagiarism is strictly prohibited.

(iv) Report: Should be prepared in softcopy.

(v) All the group members should involve in the progress monitoring activities.

(c) You are encouraged to use supporting and additional tools such as software, databases, spreadsheets, or other IT and multimedia
resources to enhance your presentation and your overall project.

(d) All groups must present their project and each member should be involved in the presentation. For this presentation, the group
only need to prepare the video presentation and the presentation duration is between 5 to 10 minutes only.

(e) Submission deadline is WEEK 14 and you must submit (through the Author platform):

(i) Softcopy of the report.

(ii) The recorded video presentation (format: mp4 or mkv).
(iii) Optional: presentation slide (format: ppt or pptx).
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SESSION: 2022/2023
GROUP PROJECT
(THERMODYNAMICS I - BDA20703)

3. GUIDELINES FOR THE REPORT WRITING

(a) Cover Page

• The title of the report.
• Name of your group members.
• Affiliation: Include group name [3], faculty, and university’s name.
Note: [3] Please assign a name for your group.

(b) Table of Content / List of Figures and Tables:

• Should provide a table of content of the topics, sub-topics, and sub-sub-topics that represent the report.
• List all figures and tables that exist in the report.

(c) Report Outline:

i. Introduction: • Description of the Application and System

• You can include sub-sections under this section. A detailed explanation of the system in which the steady flow
• Overview of Thermodynamics and SFD. device is employed. Overview of the components and their
• Importance of studying SFD. functions within the system. Operating conditions and
• The study objectives and scopes of the report. parameters specific to the application.

• Analysis of the SSFD's Performance in the Case Study

ii. Background and Theory
Discussion of the role of the steady flow device within the
• You can include several sub-sections to fit with your
system. Evaluation of the device's performance based on key
research under this section.
parameters and theory.
• The basic concept of Thermodynamics Laws.
a. Change in Parameter 1: Any Parameter
• Thermodynamic Properties and Processes.
Explanation of how parameter 1 influences steady flow
• Control Volumes and Control Surfaces.
device performance in the system.
• Definition and Characteristics of SFD.
b. Change in Parameter 2: Any Parameter
• Principles of Thermodynamics and Energy Conversion.
Explanation of how parameter 2 influences steady flow
• Analysis of Energy and Mass Flow in SFD.
device performance in the system.
Comparison of the differences in the above parameters
iii. The Selected Steady Flow Device (SSFD)
changes to the system performance.
• Introduction to the SSFD.
Discussion of the device's impact on overall system
• Explanation of its Operating Principles and Mechanisms.
performance and functionality.
• Key Components and Design Considerations.
• Advantages and Limitations of the SSFD. • D. Discussion of Results and Lessons Learned
Interpretation of the performance analysis results and their

iv. Applications of the SSFD significance. Identification of strengths and weaknesses of the

• Overview of Various Industrial Applications steady flow device in the case study. Lessons learned from the

• Detailed Explanation of a Specific Application application of the steady flow device in the real-world scenario.

• Benefits and Challenges of Implementing the SSFD in the Potential improvements or modifications suggested based on

Chosen Application the case study findings.

v. Case Study: Real-World Application of SSFD vi. Conclusion

• Introduction to the Case Study • Summary of Key Findings and Insights.

A brief overview of the selected real-world application. • Implications of the Study for SFD.

Importance of the application and its relevance to SFD. • Future Research Directions in the Field of SFD.

Purpose of conducting a case study on the selected

application. vii. References (bibliography)
• List all sources (articles, papers, and journals) that have been
referred to and reviewed.
• Cite all the references in the text.
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SESSION: 2022/2023
GROUP PROJECT
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4. LIST OF SSFD TO BE SELECTED

Topic Selected Steady-Flow Device (SSFD)

1 Turbine

2 Compressor

3 Nozzle

4 Diffuser

5 Heat Exchanger (Evaporator or Condenser)

6 Mixing Chamber

7 Pipe (Including Pipe Branch and Duct)

8 Pump

9 Fan / Air Blower

10 Throttling valves

11 Other Devices [4]

Note: [4] You can select the different types of the above-listed SSFDs.
Please discuss this with your lecturer.
 PEER REVIEW FORM (PLO 5)

(Please rate your group members’ performance)

Ability to communicate, work and Ability to give a commitment to

build relationships among group the responsibility given and adapt
members to achieve the goal to New Working Environment
Total Marks
Focus on task Cooperation and Punctualities Group work Notes
Name Matric No.
and time communication
management skills

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 Rubric for PLO 5 - Individual & Team Work (5%)

Scale 1 Scale 3 Scale 5

Rarely stays on task and complete appropriate Focuses on task and complete appropriate tasks during Consistently stays on task and complete appropriate tasks
TW 1 Focus on task and time tasks behind the time allotted. time allotted. before time allotted.
Ability to communicate, management
work and build
relationships among group Participate in group some of the time, rarely Participate in groups most of the time, usually Participate actively all of the times, cooperates with others.
Cooperation between
members to achieve the cooperates with others. cooperates with others.
teammates and
goal.
communication skills

Sometimes late for deadlines and project Met most deadlines and project requirements. Worked together to meet all deadlines and project
TW 2
Punctualities requirements. requirements.
Ability to give a
commitment to the
responsibility given and Poor teamwork, some misbehavior. Some teamwork, little misbehavior. Excellent teamwork, good misbehavior.
adapt to New Working
Group work
Environment

TW 3
Ability to recognize and respect the attitudes, behaviors, Exhibit only one (1) listed ability. Exhibit at least three (3) capabilities listed. Exhibit all capabilities listed.
and beliefs of others.

Group meetings are sometimes infrequent and Group meetings are frequent and focused. Group meetings and discussions are frequent, focused, and
Meeting and discussion unfocused. useful.

TW 4 Sometimes contributes information and ideas to Usually contributes information and ideas to the group. Consistently contributes information and ideas to the
Ability to Contribute to the group. group.
Idea Contribution and
Planning and Supervise
Sharing Information
the Outcome of Group
Efforts
Sometimes supervise information logically and Usually supervise information logically and creatively. Consistently supervise information logically and creatively.
Retrieving Information creatively.

Able to accept the results. Able to accept, respect the decision and defend Able to accept, respect and defend the results of decisions
TW 5
decisions made. that made and implement the decisions.
Responsible for the group's results
 Rubric for PLO 11 - Problem Analysis (10%)

Scale 1 Scale 3 Scale 5

No originality. Vague discussion of detail. Have originality but contains some inaccuracy. Have originality and accuracy. Excellent
Originality in analysis Adequate discussion of detail. discussion of detail.

PA 1
Depth of Analysis Unable to formulate / propose suitable solution. Able to formulate / propose a solution but lack of Able to formulate / propose a successful
Formulate suitable solution details. solution with details.

Little information relevant to the topic is provided to Some information relevant to the topic is provided to Information relevant to the topic is organized
Research-based support the research or investigative effort. support the research or investigative effort. to support the research or investigative effort.

No consideration of new technique, technology or Some consideration Compares a variety of strategies, chooses the
forefront information. most effective, and applies the strategies to
PA 2 Professional Discipline
improve the situations.
Depth of Knowledge

Rarely shows all necessary steps with work in logical Frequently shows all necessary steps with work in Consistently shows all necessary steps with

Fundamental based and principle sequence and assumption. logical sequence and assumption. work in logical sequence and assumption.

analytical approach

Displays none or almost no familiarity with a Displays some reliance upon subjective contextualizing Displays a high level of familiarity with a
recognizable issues. but demonstrates an awareness of key concepts and recognizable issues under investigation to
PA 3
Familiarity of Issues terminology. include broader analysis.
Familiarity of Issues