Publisher's Synopsis
Thermodynamics is a cornerstone of engineering and the physical sciences to better understand the principles governing energy, heat, and matter.This unique compendium explores its foundational concepts to advanced applications in modern technology. The book provides an integrated treatment of key topics, including the thermophysical properties of materials, the behavior of pure substances, and the fundamentals of energy transfer. Each chapter takes the reader from basic principles such as force, work, and energy, through to the complexities of entropy, energy balance equations, and their applications in real-world systems.The useful reference text benefits professionals, academics, researchers, and graduate students in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering and chemical engineering.
