Thermodynamics—A Dynamical Systems Approach

Thermodynamics: A Dynamical Systems Approach

by Wassim M. Haddad, Vijay Sekhar Chellaboina and Sergey G. Nersesov 

2005 (200 pages)

ISBN:9780691123271

Using the highest standards of exposition and rigor, the authors of this book develop a novel formulation of thermodynamics that can be viewed as a moderate-sized system theory as compared to statistical thermodynamics.

Thermodynamics—A Dynamical Systems Approach

Preface

Chapter One

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Introduction

Chapter Two

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Dynamical System Theory

Chapter Three

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A Systems Foundation for Thermodynamics

Chapter Four

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Temperature Equipartition and the Kinetic Theory of Gases

Chapter Five

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Work, Heat, and the Carnot Cycle

Chapter Six

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Thermodynamic Systems with Linear Energy Exchange

Chapter Seven

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Continuum Thermodynamics

Chapter Eight

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Conclusion

Bibliography