Proposed Lorentz Center Workshop Programme 2027

Beyond Carnot:
Operationalizing Clausius

Workshop proposal & presentations

PRESENTATIONS · DIRECT PDF DOWNLOADS

From a specific formula to a general method

An introduction to the proposed Carnot–Clausius relationship through the square–rectangle analogy. These presentations accompany the Beyond Carnot programme and explain the scientific question and the role of independent assessment. Download either language version directly, without a request form.

NEDERLANDS · PDF · 20 PAGINA’S

Van specifieke formule naar algemene methode

De vierkant–rechthoekanalogie voor de voorgestelde Carnot–Clausiusverhouding.

17 september 2026

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ENGLISH · PDF · 20 PAGES

From a Specific Formula to a General Method

The square–rectangle analogy for the proposed Carnot–Clausius relationship.

17 September 2026

Download English PDF

Both language editions contain the same 20-slide presentation and are available as provisional publication versions. They introduce the proposed framework; the workshop proposal provides the programme context and is available separately on request.

Workshop proposal

DRAFT PROPOSAL · AVAILABLE ON REQUEST

Independent scientific assessment

The proposal outlines a workshop to examine a proposed operationalization of the established Clausius reversible-cycle equality, together with energy balance and specified heat-exchange trajectories, into a qualified method for process-specific reversible-cycle benchmarking.

The intended programme connects thermodynamic science and engineering with relevant physics and astronomy expertise. It addresses comparison with existing methods, assumptions and qualification conditions, representative cycle cases, and possible implications for research, engineering and education.

What the proposal covers

  • The central scientific question and scope.
  • The proposed interdisciplinary programme and participant expertise.
  • Independent assessment, expected outcomes and follow-up questions.
  • Possible scientific, industrial, educational and publishing contributions.

Current status. The proposal, scientific programme and organizing team are in development. 2027 is the target workshop year; acceptance and scheduling are pending. The workshop is intended to assess the proposed method, with its conclusions remaining open.

Who may be interested?

Researchers and prospective organizers in thermodynamics, relevant physics and astronomy disciplines; industrial researchers contributing application questions; educators and academic publishers considering implications for teaching and literature; and organizations interested in discussing sponsorship.

Participation, sponsorship and any associated visibility arrangements require separate discussion. Requesting the proposal does not confirm a place, a partnership or access to the Formal Core.