Practical Handbook of Thermal Fluid Science

INTRODUCTION

Author(s): Yun Wang * .

Pp: 1-14 (14)

DOI: 10.2174/9781681089195123010004

* (Excluding Mailing and Handling)

Abstract

1.1. INTRODUCTION TO THERMODYNAMICS, FLUID FLOW, AND HEAT TRANSFER 

Thermodynamics, fluid flow, and heat transfer not only play an important role in science and engineering but also in everyday life. For example, gasoline vehicles operate on the Otto cycle, residential air-conditioners are developed based on the vapor-compression refrigeration cycle, steam turbines are the central unit in traditional power plants, and flow meters and pipe flows are inherent in both industrial and residential applications.

© 2024 Bentham Science Publishers | Privacy Policy