Publisher's Synopsis
The Art of Measuring in the Thermal Sciences provides an original state-of-the-art guide to scholars who are conducting thermal experiments in both academia and industry. Applications include energy generation, transport, manufacturing, mining, processes, HVAC&R, etc. This book presents original insights into advanced measurement techniques and systems, explores the fundamentals, and focuses on the analysis and design of thermal systems.
- Discusses the advanced measurement techniques now used in thermal systems
- Links measurement techniques to concepts in thermal science and engineering
- Draws upon the original work of current researchers and experts in thermal-fluid measurement
- Includes coverage of new technologies, such as micro-level heat transfer measurements
- Covers the main types of instrumentation and software used in thermal-fluid measurements
This book offers engineers, researchers, and graduate students an overview of the best practices for conducting sound measurements in the thermal sciences.
