Optimal Control in Thermal Engineering

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Focusing on optimal control theory, this book serves as a comprehensive introduction to its applications in thermal engineering, particularly in mechanical fields like aircraft and missile trajectory optimization. Organized into three parts, it begins with function optimization and variational calculus, followed by a summary of optimal control theory. The final section presents practical applications across four areas: heat transfer, solar thermal engineering, heat engines, and lubrication, making it an essential resource for engineers and postgraduate students in the field.