A Course in Thermal Engineering: With Introduction to Nuclear and Solar Energy

Basic Concepts of Thermodynamics First Law of Thermodynamics Second Law of Thermodynamics and Concept of Entropy Availability and Irreversibility Ideal Gases (Properties and Processes) Real Gases Properties of Non-Reactive Mixtures of Ideal Gases General Thermodynamic Relations Steam Generators Boiler Mountings and Accessories Properties of Steam Fuels & Combustion of Fuels Draught Performance of Boilers Basic Steam Power Cycles Reciprocating Steam Engine Steam Nozzles Steam Turbines Condensers and Cooling Towers Air Standard Cycles Introduction to I.C. Engines Testing of I.C. Engines Combustion in I.C. Engines Reciprocating Air-Compressors Rotary Compressors Gas Turbines and Jet Propulsion Refrigeration Psychrometry and Air-Conditioning Heat Transfer Sources and Resources for Power Generation Introduction to Nuclear Power Thermodynamics of Solar Energy and its Utilization