Thermal Analysis and Thermodynamic Properties of Solids: A Generalized Approach to Thermal Analysis

In the years since the first edition of this book published, large developments have occurred in the theoretical understanding of and subsequent ability to assess and apply principles of thermal analysis. Thermal Analysis and Thermodynamic Properties of Solids, Second Edition covers both the founding principles and these recent updates, presenting an authoritative overview of theoretical knowledge and applications of that knowledge in practice across a range of key fields.

Part 1 provides a detailed introduction and guide to theoretical aspects of thermal analysis and the related impact of thermodynamics. Key terminology and concepts, the fundamentals of thermophysical examinations, thermostatics, equilibrium background, thermotics, reaction kinetics and models, thermokinetics and the exploitation of fractals are all discussed. Part 2 then goes on to discuss practical applications of this theoretical information to topics such as crystallization kinetics and glass states, thermodynamics in superconductor models, and climate change.

Drawing on the knowledge of its expert author, Thermal Analysis and Thermodynamic Properties of Solids, Second Edition, provides fascinating insight for both new and experienced students, researchers and industry professionals whose work is at all influenced or impacted by thermo analysis principles and tools.