Basic & Applied Thermodynamics 2E (Paperback)  | Released: 2009

This thoroughly revised edition provides a comprehensive exposure to the basic principles and concepts of Thermodynamics and their real-life applications. Updated with the new chapters, enhanced topical coverage and added pedagogical features, it helps learner learn in most effective and focused manner.Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction Chapter 2. Temperature Chapter 3. Work and Heat Transfer Chapter 4. First Law of Thermodynamics Chapter 5. First Law Applied to Flow Processes Chapter 6. Second Law of Thermodynamics Chapter 7. Entropy Chapter 8. Available Energy, Exergy and Irreversibility Chapter 9. Properties of Pure Substances Chapter 10. Properties of Gases and Gas Mixtures Chapter 11. Thermodynamic Relations, Equilibrium and Third Law Chapter 12. Vapour Power Cycles Chapter 13. Gas Power Cycles Chapter 14. Refrigeration Cycles Chapter 15. Psychrometrics and Air-Conditioning Systems Chapter 16. Reactive Systems Chapter 17. Compressible Fluid Flow Chapter 18. Elements of Heat Transfer Chapter 19. Gas Compressors Chapter 20. Internal Combustion Engines Chapter 21. Gas Tubines and Propulsion Systems Chapter 22. Transport processes in Gases