The exergy method of thermal plant analysis

Book · Tue Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1985

OSTI ID:7001599

Kotas, T J

The Exergy Method, also known as ''availability analysis,'' is a technique of thermodynamic analysis which uses the Second Law of Thermodynamics as its basis of assessment. Recent developments in the technique, combined with the increasing need to conserve fuel, has attracted much attention. Its advantages over traditional techniques using the First Law are now generally recognized. The book introduces the subject in a manner that can be understood by anyone familiar with the fundamentals of applies thermodynamics. Numerous examples will help the reader to understand the basic concepts and master the techniques. There are also many tables and charts for calculations in thermoeconomics, refrigeration, cryogenic processes, combustion power generation and various aspects of chemical and process engineering.

• OSTI ID: 7001599
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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