Influence of thermodynamics on the development of technology and science

• Autorzy: Mikielewicz Jarosław , Mikielewicz Dariusz

Identyfikatory

DOI

10.24425/ather.2024.150851

• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

EN

Understanding thermodynamics can be challenging due to its dealing with abstract concepts such as entropy and energy transfer. This paper outlines six principles of thermodynamics, whose application necessitates a coherent overarching philosophy. The problems studied often entail complex mathematical equations, relying on a strong foundation in physics and mathematics. Moreover, comprehending thermodynamics requires a shift in thinking, focusing on macroscopic properties of matter rather than microscopic interactions, as in other branches of physics. Thermodynamics also introduces a new philosophy in science – the concept of irreversible phenomena, rooted in the heat flow theory, which is currently being extrapolated to other scientific domains. Notably, this involves extending the concept of work to systems performing various types of work beyond volume change.

Słowa kluczowe

EN

thermodynamics; civilization; energy; entropy; technology; science

• Wydawca: Wydawnictwo Instytutu Maszyn Przepływowych PAN ; Komitet Termodynamiki i Spalania PAN
• Czasopismo: Archives of Thermodynamics
• Rocznik: 2024
• Tom: Vol. 45, no 2
• Strony: 51--61
• Opis fizyczny: Bibliogr. 26 poz., rys.

Twórcy

autor

Mikielewicz Jarosław

• Institute of Fluid Flow Machinery, Polish Academy of Sciences, 80-231 Gdańsk, ul. Fiszera 14

autor

Mikielewicz Dariusz

• Gdańsk University of Technology, 80-233 Gdańsk, ul. Narutowicza 11/12

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