Combustion Temperature Calculator

Formula

The formula to calculate the Combustion Temperature (T_c) is:

\[ T_c = T_i + \frac{Q}{m \cdot c} \]

Where:

\( T_c \) is the combustion temperature.
\( T_i \) is the initial temperature.
\( Q \) is the heat released.
\( m \) is the mass.
\( c \) is the specific heat capacity.

What is Combustion Temperature?

Combustion temperature, also known as flame temperature, is the temperature at which a fuel undergoes combustion in the presence of an oxidizer. This temperature is crucial in various applications, including engine performance, material processing, and safety protocols. The combustion temperature depends on several factors, such as the type of fuel, the amount of oxygen available, and the specific heat capacity of the materials involved. Understanding and controlling the combustion temperature is essential for optimizing efficiency and minimizing harmful emissions in industrial processes.

Example Calculation

Consider an example where:

Initial Temperature (T_i): 25 °C
Heat Released (Q): 5000 J
Mass (m): 2 kg
Specific Heat Capacity (c): 1000 J/(kg·°C)

Using the formula to calculate the Combustion Temperature:

\[ T_c = 25 + \frac{5000}{2 \times 1000} = 25 + 2.5 = 27.5 \text{ °C} \]

This means that the combustion temperature for this example is 27.5 °C.