Thermodynamic Optimization of Finite-Time Processes

Berry, R. S.; Kazakov, V.; Sieniutycz, S.; Szwast, Z.; Tsirlin, A. M.

ISBN 10: 0471967521 / ISBN 13: 9780471967521

Published by Wiley, 1999

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Thermodynamic Optimization of Finite-Time Processes
• Publisher: Wiley
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0471967521
• ISBN 13: 9780471967521
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

The first book to provide a comprehensive treatment integrating finite-time thermodynamics and optimal control, giving an overview of important breakthroughs in the last 20 years.

It presents a survey of the optimization technique, including the basics of optimal control theory, and the principal thermodynamic concepts and equations. In addition, it covers the solutions of a variety of finite-time thermodynamic problems, including coverage of their potential applications for the design of real technological processes, such as:

* heat-exchange systems

* mass transfer and separation processes

* commodity exchange as a finite-time thermodynamic process

* heat-driven mechanical processes with one or several reservoirs.

This is a key resource for chemical and mechanical engineers involved in power systems and process engineering. Researchers in theoretical, physical and industrial chemistry in academia and in industry will also welcome this book for the fresh perspectives that offer new ways to design and analyze a wide variety of processes.

About the Author

R. Stephen Berry is a U.S. professor of physical chemistry. He is the James Franck Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus at The University of Chicago. He was also Special Advisor for National Security to the Director, at Argonne National Laboratory. V. Kazakov is the author of Thermodynamic Optimization of Finite-Time Processes, published by Wiley.