An Inductive Approach to Engineering Thermodynamics
This textbook provides an alternative, inductive treatment of traditional Engineering Thermodynamics, e.g. energy and its transformations in engineering systems, and emphasizes the notion of eXergy. The book begins with energy methods developed in mechanics and transitions to thermodynamics by intro...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Springer International Publishing
2022, 2022
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| Edition: | 1st ed. 2022 |
| Series: | Mechanical Engineering Series
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| Collection: | Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
Table of Contents:
- 1. Newton’s Apple
- 2. Thermodynamics of Collisions
- 3. Thermodynamic Cycles and Efficiencies 4. Liquid/Vapor Properties
- 5. Open Systems: Pumps and Turbines
- 6. Compressors and the Ideal Gas
- 7. An Idealized Model of a Throttled 4-Stroke Reciprocating Spark Ignition Engine
- 8. Vapor/Compression Refrigeration
- 9. Gas Turbines
- 10. Steam Turbine Cycles
- 11. Combined Cycles
- 12. Psychrometrics