Practical Thermodynamics: A Treatise On The Theory And Design Of Heat Engines, Refrigeration Machinery, And Other Power Plant Apparatus (1911)

By Forrest E. Cardullo

Book Overview

""Practical Thermodynamics: A Treatise On The Theory And Design Of Heat Engines, Refrigeration Machinery, And Other Power Plant Apparatus"" is a book written by Forrest E. Cardullo and first published in 1911. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the principles of thermodynamics and their practical applications in the design and operation of heat engines, refrigeration machinery, and other power plant apparatus. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the laws of thermodynamics, thermodynamic properties of substances, the Carnot cycle, steam power plants, gas engines, refrigeration cycles, and more. It also includes numerous examples and calculations to help readers understand the theoretical concepts and apply them to real-world engineering problems. Overall, ""Practical Thermodynamics"" is a valuable resource for students, engineers, and anyone interested in the principles of thermodynamics and their practical applications in power generation and refrigeration. Despite being over a century old, the book remains relevant today and is still widely used as a reference in the field.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165491974
• ISBN13: 9781165491971
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 2.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 8.3" x 11.0"