Fundamental Concepts. Work, Energy and Heat. The First Law of Thermodynamics. The Second Law of Thermodynamics. Properties of Liquids and Gases. The Ideal Gas. Mixtures of Ideal Gases. Vapor Power Cycles. Gas Power Cycles. Refrigeration. Heat Transfer. (NOTE: Each chapter begins with Learning Goals and concludes with a Review, Key Terms, Equations Developed in This Chapter, and Problems.)
Using calculus throughout, and taking account of technological advances, this practical text stresses the fundamental principles of thermodynamics and heat power. It covers topics including elementary kinetic theory of gases, applications of the First Law of Thermodynamics, and the Carnot cycle.