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Advanced Thermal Fluids Engineering (2.41)

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() key to symbols Prereq: 2.006
Units: 4-0-8

Examines current and future energy conversion systems. Introduction to thermochemistry and thermal radiation heat transfer. Introduction to the design of turbomachinery and the design of thermal-fluids systems. Analysis of various energy conversion systems including Rankine, Brayton, Otto, and Diesel. Special attention to combined cycle plants and fuel cells. Introduction to refrigeration plants. Applications include stationary plants and mobile plants. Consideration of pollution, environmental, and policy issues.

E. G. Cravalho