GOLD-STANDARD TREATMENT OF ENGINEERING THERMODYNAMICS, WITH COVERAGE OF THE LATEST ADVANCES IN THE FIELD

Advanced Engineering Thermodynamics is the definitive guide to this complex topic, from one of the world's leading experts in the field. Professor Adrian Bejan provides authoritative guidance on the first and second laws of thermodynamics, with a practical focus on applications within engineering fields. Expanding on the basic information covered in most textbooks, this book offers in-depth analysis and expert insight on the more advanced aspects of heat, energy, and work.

This new fourth edition includes coverage of the latest developments, including recent advances in energy storage, distributed energy systems, entropy generation minimization, and other industrial applications to highlight the current state of the field. Designed to instruct the engineers of tomorrow, this book features:

• Condensed introductory chapters that allow students to quickly review the fundamentals before diving into practical applications
• Direct links between thermodynamics and engineering topics including solar energy, refrigeration, chemical design, thermofluid design, and more
• Sustainability design and policy integrated throughout the text to provide real-world context for thermodynamics applications
• Exploration of the latest developments and emerging technologies related to thermodynamics optimization
• Additional problems, including worked problems that provide direct reference for homework and practice
• Analyses, essays, history, and graphics that work seamlessly together to explain advanced topics in thermodynamics