THERMODYNAMICS AND TRANSPORT PROCESSES IN MULTICOMPONENT SYSTEMS

Abstract

A general introduction to thermodynamics is presented as a background for the subsequent discussions. Emphasis is on the thermodynamic concepts, instead of mathematical exposition. Equilibria phenomena with inclusion of radiation in high temperature systems are discussed extensively. A section on shock waves in plasmas is included. The analysis covers non-equilibria states in plasmas as well. The application of the principles discussed results in a wide variety of enthalpy-entropy diagrams for multicomponent high temperature systems. The use of these h-s diagrams is explained in detail allowing their application to such engineering problems as re-entry and propulsion. Furthermore, their applicability to gas-surface reactions and for combustion problems is demonstrated. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1970
Accession Number
AD0278571

Entities

People

  • Fran Bosnjakovic

Organizations

  • University of Minnesota

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Combustion
  • Engineering
  • Enthalpy
  • Entropy
  • High Temperature
  • Inclusions
  • Physical Properties
  • Radiation
  • Shock
  • Shock Waves
  • Surface Reactions
  • Thermodynamic Properties
  • Thermodynamics
  • Transport Ships

Fields of Study

  • Chemistry

Readers

  • Combustion science or combustion engineering.
  • Systems Analysis and Design