Discover how heat transforms into work and why it powers engines. A clear, classic primer for students and engineers alike.
The Thermodynamics of Heat-Engines offers a practical introduction to energy, heat, and the machines that convert one into the other. It covers the core ideas of energetics, the laws that govern energy transformation, and how these ideas apply to steam and gas engines. The book explains essential concepts with illustrative diagrams, historical context, and methods you can use to estimate engine performance.
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Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the intriguing world of thermodynamics, a scientific discipline that studies the relationship between heat and other forms of energy. Originating with the concept of energy conservation, thermodynamics explores the ways in which energy can be transformed from one form to another, such as from heat to mechanical motion or electrical energy. The author provides a comprehensive analysis of the laws governing these transformations, explaining how they apply to various practical applications. By examining the principles of thermodynamics, this book sheds light on the behavior of heat engines and other devices that harness energy, offering insights into the fundamentals of power generation and energy efficiency. Through its exploration of the interplay between heat and energy, this book serves as an invaluable resource for engineers, scientists, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the principles that shape our physical world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781330362686_0
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Da: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9781330362686
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Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9781330362686
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Da: Revaluation Books, Exeter, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 386 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.79 inches. This item is printed on demand. Codice articolo zk1330362683
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Da: Buchpark, Trebbin, Germania
Condizione: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 386 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. Codice articolo 25689423/1
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