Thermal Engineering Fundamentals and Applications

Author: Fu Qinsheng
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: This book elaborates on the content of "Engineering Thermodynamics" and "Heat Transfer" involved in the indirect and direct effective utilization of thermal energy. Based on in-depth research into the project "Research and Practice on the Reform of Course Content and System for Thermal Engineering in the 21st Century" mandated by the Ministry of Education, and combined with long-term teaching experience, the authors have compiled this book. It aims to achieve significant reforms and breakthroughs in both content and system to meet the requirements of the "Science and Education Revitalize China" strategy for higher education and adapt to the needs of cultivating talents in the new century. In terms of system, this book breaks the conventional practice of strictly dividing "Thermal Engineering Fundamentals" into two parts: "Engineering Thermodynamics" and "Heat Transfer." It also dedicates a chapter titled "Applications of Thermal Engineering Fundamentals" to practical applications such as thermal power equipment, devices, and cycles, to enhance students' engineering application skills. Within the scope of its length, the book introduces the latest achievements and developments in the field of thermal engineering to broaden students' horizons and foster their innovative spirit. To help students understand the content of the entire book and develop various skills, nearly every example in each chapter is accompanied by discussion. Each chapter also includes thought-provoking review questions and a diverse range of exercises to meet teaching requirements. This book was compiled in accordance with the "Basic Requirements for Teaching of Thermal Engineering Courses" and can serve as a textbook or reference book for undergraduate students of non-power energy disciplines and junior college students of power energy disciplines. It is also suitable for reference by relevant engineering technicians.