Total enthalpy, denoted as h0, is a thermodynamic property used to describe the total energy content of a fluid stream, which includes both the internal energy and the flow energy. Enthalpy is a fundamental concept in thermodynamics, especially in the study of fluid dynamics and heat transfer.
- h is the specific enthalpy of the fluid at a specific point along the streamline (in Joules per kilogram, J/kg).
- V is the velocity of the fluid at the same point (in meters per second, m/s).
- h0 is the total enthalpy of the fluid at the same point (in Joules per kilogram, J/kg).