Thermal Analysis
Thermal analysis is a branch of materials science and engineering that studies the properties of materials as they change with temperature. It involves techniques to measure physical and chemical changes in materials under controlled heating or cooling, such as thermal expansion, phase transitions, and decomposition. These methods are crucial for characterizing materials in industries like electronics, aerospace, and manufacturing.
Developers should learn thermal analysis when working on hardware-software integration, embedded systems, or high-performance computing, as it helps optimize thermal management and prevent overheating. It is essential for designing reliable electronic devices, such as CPUs and batteries, and for applications in thermal simulation software used in engineering and research.