A New Step in the Optimization of the Chambadal Model of the Carnot Engine.

This paper presents a new step in the optimization of the Chambadal model of the Carnot engine. It allows a sequential optimization of a model with internal irreversibilities. The optimization is performed successively with respect to various objectives (e.g., energy, efficiency, or power when introducing the duration of the cycle). New complementary results are reported, generalizing those recently published in the literature. In addition, the new concept of entropy production action is proposed. This concept induces new optimums concerning energy and power in the presence of internal irreversibilities inversely proportional to the cycle or transformation durations. This promising approach is related to applications but also to fundamental aspects.