The textbook outlines the fundamentals of thermodynamics, the theory of heat transfer and information on the practical use of thermal energy. From the standpoint of the author's approach to the presentation of the course, the basic concepts and fundamental laws of thermodynamics, the fundamentals of the theory of heat transfer and heat exchange devices are considered. The methods of thermodynamic analysis and calculation of thermal power devices and engines presented in the textbook form the basic concepts necessary for solving practical problems of optimizing and improving thermal power equipment in order to increase its energy efficiency.

Recommended by the Educational and Methodological Department of Higher Education as textbook for students of higher educational institutions studying in engineering and technical fields.

ContentsThermodynamicsBasic concepts and laws of phenomenological thermodynamicsThermodynamic processesWorking process in a turbine and compressorThermodynamics of gas flowsCycles of heat power plantsThermodynamic analysis of thermal engineering devicesTheory of heat exchangeTheory of heat conductionConvective heat exchangeHeat exchange under forced and free conditions movement of coolantsThermal radiationHeat transferHeat transfer apparatus

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