The heat energy released during combustion is the total energy generated when a specific amount of fuel undergoes the combustion process. It represents the energy released in the form of heat due to the chemical reaction between the fuel and an oxidizer (usually oxygen).
The formula to calculate the heat energy released is defined as:
- Heat Energy Released is the total energy released during combustion, typically measured in joules (J) or British thermal units (BTUs).
- Mass of Fuel Burned is the mass of the fuel that has undergone combustion, typically measured in kilograms (kg) or pounds (lb).
- Heating Value of Fuel is the energy content of the fuel, representing the amount of energy released per unit mass of fuel during combustion. It is measured in joules per kilogram (J/kg) or British thermal units per pound (BTU/lb).