Although it was a very basic question this is not homework. I am trying to find ways to maximize heat recovery for an engine by pre-heating pre-heat ovens. I'm just kinda green when it comes to heat transfer, as I have a Civil/Structural background. Thanks for your help.
I'm trying to figure out how many BTU's I can get out of exhaust gas from an engine going into a pre-heat oven (essentially a heat exchanger). I know the mass flow and temperatures in and out. Is there an equation I can use?
I have seen the following equation and I'm wondering how the...
