Thermal Sciences: An Introduction to Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, and Heat Transfer (with CD ROM) [Hardcover]

Merle C. Potter (Author), Elaine P. Scott (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0534385214 | ISBN-13: 978-0534385217 | Publication Date: May 29, 2003 | Edition: 1

This text combines thermodynamics and fluid mechanics, with a short introduction to heat transfer. Taking a well-balanced approach, the authors clearly demonstrate the connections among the three interrelated subjects. Because of the consistent terminology and continuity, students will find it easier to learn the three subjects. The book provides the appropriate amount of material for non-mechanical engineering students. Addressing various levels of difficulty, the authors provide a wealth of examples and exercises, including synthesis problems and design problems.

Editorial Reviews

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The authors deserve commendations for the very clear pacing, structure and organization of the material and the multitude of examples and chapter problems. Students love to see the examples and they will enjoy having so many to use as guides. The authors have a nice balance of leading the students through the problem while still making them think.

About the Author

Merle C. Potter received his Ph.D. from The University of Michigan and is Professor Emeritus of Mechanical Engineering at Michigan State University. He retired early to write textbooks based on teaching Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Applied Mathematics, and related subjects. Dr. Potter's research included the stability of various fluid flows, separated flow around bodies, and energy conservation studies. He has authored and coauthored 24 textbooks and exam review books that have sold over 300,000 copies.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 772 pages
• Publisher: CL-Engineering; 1 edition (May 29, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0534385214
• ISBN-13: 978-0534385217
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 8.3 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,057,036 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

MERLE C. POTTER has four engineering degrees from Michigan Technological University and The University of Michigan. He has coauthored Statics, Dynamics, Strength of Materials, Fluid Mechanics, The Mechanics of Fluids, Thermodynamics for Engineers, Thermal Sciences, Differential Equations, Advanced Engineering Mathematics, Engineering Your Future, and Jump Start the HP-48G in addition to numerous exam review books. His research involved fluid flow stability and energy related topics. In addition to teaching awards,he was inducted into the Academy of Mechanical Engineering at Michigan Tech; ASME awarded him the 1980 Centennial Award and the 2008 James Harry Potter Gold Medal. He is Professor Emeritus of Mechanical Engineering at Michigan State University and continues to write and golf.