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Understand the fundamentals of the laws of thermodynamics Thermodynamics is all about how energy is used for heat and work, serving as a cornerstone of science and engineering. Thermodynamics For Dummies, 2nd Edition simplifies this subject, making it easier for you to excel in your thermodynamics course with example problems and step-by-step guidance to prepare you for a career in an engineering or scientific field. This book not only covers thermodynamics at the macroscale - examining the world around us - but also delves into the molecular foundations that underpin all systems.…mehr

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Understand the fundamentals of the laws of thermodynamics Thermodynamics is all about how energy is used for heat and work, serving as a cornerstone of science and engineering. Thermodynamics For Dummies, 2nd Edition simplifies this subject, making it easier for you to excel in your thermodynamics course with example problems and step-by-step guidance to prepare you for a career in an engineering or scientific field. This book not only covers thermodynamics at the macroscale - examining the world around us - but also delves into the molecular foundations that underpin all systems. Thermodynamics For Dummies, 2nd Edition provides a comprehensive and engaging introduction to thermodynamics. Inside... * Apply key laws to real world systems * Know how key cycles work including Carnot, Brayton, and beyond * Understand combustion reactions and non-reacting gas mixtures * Discover renewable energy, power generation, and storage technologies * Learn about important contributors in this field
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Michael Pauken, PhD, is a principal mechanical engineer at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. He specializes in spacecraft thermal control systems and interplanetary exploration. He was previously a lecturer in Mechanical Engineering at the California Institute of Technology, teaching courses in thermodynamics and heat transfer.