Combustion efficiency is a measure of how effectively a combustion process converts the chemical energy in fuel into useful work or heat while minimizing the production of undesirable byproducts like carbon monoxide (CO) and unburned hydrocarbons (HC). It is typically expressed as a percentage.
The formula to calculate combustion efficiency is defined as:
- Combustion Efficiency (%) is the combustion efficiency expressed as a percentage.
- Useful Energy Output is the energy that is effectively used or converted into work or heat for the desired purpose, typically measured in joules (J) or British thermal units (BTUs).
- Energy Input is the total energy supplied through the combustion process, typically measured in joules (J) or BTUs.