Synopses & Reviews
This book guides readers step-by-step, from readily measured thermodynamic properties to more complex topics, such as internal energy, entropy, and the first and second laws.
About the Author
Richard E. Sonntag, University of Michigan
Claus Borgnakke, University of Michigan
Table of Contents
Some Introductory Comments.
Some Concepts and Definitions.
Properties of a Pure Substance.
Work and Heat.
The First Law of Thermodynamics.
First-Law Analysis for a Control Volume.
The Second Law of Thermodynamics.
Entropy.
Second-Law Analysis for a Control Volume.
Gas Mixtures.
Power and Refrigeration Systems.
Introduction to Heat Transfer.
Appendices.
Some Selected References.
Answers to Selected Problems.
Index.