Engineering Thermodynamics

• Introduction
• Chapter 1: Fundamental Concepts
• Chapter 2: Closed Systems
• Chapter 3: Open Systems
• Chapter 4: The Ideal Gas
• Chapter 5: Liquids and Vapors
• Chapter 6: Thermodynamic Cycles
• Chapter 7: The Second Law
• Chapter 8: Entropy
• Chapter 9: Steam Power Cycles
• Chapter 10: Air-Based Power Cycles
• Appendix
• Bibliography
• List of Symbols
• Index

This textbook offers a clear, progressive introduction to thermodynamics, tailored for university students and future engineers eager to understand the physical principles behind engines and refrigeration systems. With 59 fully-commented, step-by-step calculation examples and 96 problems with solutions, this book equips readers to tackle engineering challenges with confidence. Alongside rigorous analysis, it weaves in historical insights and scientific context — connecting core ideas to their origins and their technological impact.