The Second Edition of Fundamentals of Thermal-Fluid Sciences presents up-to-date, balanced coverage of the three major subject areas comprising introductory thermal-fluid engineering: thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer. By emphasizing the physics and underlying physical phenomena involved, the text encourages creative think, development of a deeper understanding of the subject matter, and is read with enthusiasm and interest by both students and professors.

New to This Edition

• A new chapter on Gas Mixtures and Psychrometrics discusses the properties of non-reacting ideal gas mixtures and examines common air-conditioning practices.
• A new chapter on Momentum Analysis of Flow Systems, discussing linear and angular momentum equations, has been added to the Fluid Mechanics part of the book.
• A new chapter on Dimensional Analysis and Modeling, contributed by John M. Cimbala of The Pennsylvania State University, is available as a web chapter.
• A new chapter on Fundamentals of Thermal Radiation discusses the basic concepts of radiation and radiation properties. The chapter on Radiation Heat Transfer is also retained in this edition.
• In addition to the four new chapters, several new sections have been added to existing chapters, including: Accuracy, Precision, and Significant Digits; Energy and Environment; Compressibility Factor; Entropy Balance; Heat Transfer in Common Configurations; Natural Convection from Finned Surfaces and PCBs; Radiation Intensity. Beyond these new sections, in part II, seven new sections have been added along with two new chapters to provide completely revised and enhanced FLUID MECHANICS COVERAGE.
• Comprehensive problems with parametric studies have been added. These problems require students to conduct extensive parametric studies using Engineering Equation Solver (EES) or other suitable software. These problems are designated by a computer icon for easy recognition, and can be ignored if desired.