Introduction To Thermal And Fluid Engineering

Introduction to Thermal and Fluid Engineering

Introduction to Thermal and Fluid Engineering combines coverage of basic thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer for a one- or two-term course for a variety of engineering majors. The book covers fundamental concepts, definitions, and models in the context of engineering examples and case studies. It carefully explains the methods used to evaluate changes in equilibrium, mass, energy, and other measurable properties, most notably temperature. It then also discusses techniques used to assess the effects of those changes on large, multi-component systems in areas ranging from mechanical, civil, and environmental engineering to electrical and computer technologies. Includes a motivational student study guide on CD to promote successful evaluation of energy systems This material helps readers optimize problem solving using practices to determine equilibrium limits and entropy, as well as track energy forms and rates of progress for processes in both closed and open thermodynamic systems. Presenting a variety of system examples, tables, and charts to reinforce understanding, the book includes coverage of: How automobile and aircraft engines work Construction of steam power plants and refrigeration systems Gas and vapor power processes and systems Application of fluid statics, buoyancy, and stability, and the flow of fluids in pipes and machinery Heat transfer and thermal control of electronic components Keeping sight of the difference between system synthesis and analysis, this book contains numerous design problems. It would be useful for an intensive course geared toward readers who know basic physics and mathematics through ordinary differential equations but might not concentrate on thermal/fluids science much further. Written by experts in diverse fields ranging from mechanical, chemical, and electrical engineering to applied mathematics, this book is based on the assertion that engineers from all walks absolutely must understand energy processes and be able to quantify them.

An Introduction to Thermal-fluid Engineering

Introduction to Thermal and Fluids Engineering

An integrated approach: Thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer are presented as a unified body of knowledge.. Examples and problems are used to illustrate the integration of the three disciplines in practice. Benefit: The integrated approach builds a firm understanding of the interconnection among the 3 topic areas.. Common notation used throughout text: to reinforce the connectedness of the topics, and to minimize student confusion, a common notation is introduced and used throughout the text. Flexibility: The text is designed to support a wide variety of syllabi and course structures. After Chapters 2, 3, and 4, there are multiple paths through the book depending on the curricular needs. Benefit: Instructors are able to customize the text to their specific curricular needs. Example Problems & End-of Chapter Exercises: Examples and problems are used to illustrate the integration of the three disciplines in practice. The text features a rich collection of example problems (over 150) and end-of-chapter exercises (over 850). The problems range from the simple (to illustrate one concept or point) to the complex (to show the need for integration, synthesis of topics and tools, and the use of a logical problem solution approach). Benefit: Increased student concept comprehension and consistent reinforcement of students? problem solving skills. The detailed solutions are valuable in demonstrating how to incorporate information from several different disciplines in solving problems Familiar, down-to-earth examples: Clear descriptions of physical and fundamental processes that are related to what a student may observe in his/her everyday life are used in many examples. The illustrative examples bring together physical processes, governing equations, and concrete examples of applications of the points being taught. Benefit: students are more easily able to relate to and understand important concepts. An emphasis on problem solving: Students learn by problem solving, and in addition to the wealth of examples and problems throughout the text, assumptions are stated when they are used in the problem solution. Some of the example problems are industrially relevant; these example problems and other practical engineering applications are used throughout the text to provide motivation to the students. Benefit: Students are able to see the problem-solving process in action. In many cases, assumptions are not all known at the start of a problem. During the course of solution, it often becomes apparent that an assumption is needed. Kaminski & Jensen's approach emphasizes this. ?Approach? section for each problem: After the problem statement is given and prior to actually solving the problem, the general approach to the problem solution is stated briefly to enable students to see the path the solution will take. Benefit: Provides direction to students who need that extra support. Enables professors to discuss a problem solution before an equation is written, for example. Early introduction to heat transfer: The subject, of major importance to EE majors, is introduced in Ch. 3. Benefit: Allows students to relate the heat term in the First Law of Thermodynamics to fundamental modes of heat transfer and tackle more realistic problems earlier in their engineering education. Property evaluations are not introduced until Chapter 5. Benefit: Many practical topics from fluid mechanics and heat transfer can be taught with minimal emphasis on thermodynamics. (Chapters 5-8 can be omitted without loss of continuity.) This is especially useful if the course is for non-majors. Accessible writing style: Reviewers and students commend the clarity of the writing. In addition, all derivations are written out in detail, without skipping steps. Benefit: The high readability of the text enables students to better understand important concepts.