Define rankine cycle and it's function

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Rankine cycle is a thermodynamic cycle used in power plants to convert heat into mechanical work.

Rankine cycle is a thermodynamic cycle that converts heat into mechanical work.
It is commonly used in power plants to generate electricity.
The cycle consists of four main components: a boiler, turbine, condenser, and pump.
Steam is generated in the boiler by heating water using a fuel source.
The steam then enters the turbine where it expands, producing mechanical work.
After exiting the turbine, the steam is condensed back into water in the condenser.
The pump then sends the condensed water back to the boiler to repeat the cycle.
Efficiency of Rankine cycle can be improved by using superheated steam and regenerative feedwater heating.