What is thermodynamics and what is it for?

Péter Ván () and Gyula Gróf
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Péter Ván: Department of Energy Engineering, Budapest University of Technology and Economics, Budapest, Hungary
Gyula Gróf: Department of Energy Engineering, Budapest University of Technology and Economics, Budapest, Hungary

Interdisciplinary Description of Complex Systems - scientific journal, 2012, vol. 10, issue 2, 66-72

Abstract: Thermodynamics - contrary to its name - is not a dynamic theory. However, some relatively new developments, like finite time, endo-reversible or ordinary thermodynamics introduce time into thermostatics. In this framework the Second Law becomes a set of conditions ensuring the asymptotic stability of equilibrium. In this manuscript some examples are shown, how this basic conceptual change can lead to a profound understanding.

Keywords: thermodynamics; thermostatics; time (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q55 Q57 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2012
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