https://server.s4e2.com/crc/amtc/chapters/chapter5/index.html🛠️ Chapter 5: External Class Development Extend Thermoptim’s Capabilities Want to go beyond core Thermoptim features? This chapter shows you how! Why External Classes? Create custom components (solar collectors, cooling towers). Model specialized substances (Dowtherm A, LiBr-H₂O mixtures). Implement external controllers for optimization. Practical Examples: Thermodynamic property servers for custom substances. Solar collectors with effectiveness-based models. Cooling towers with coupled heat/mass transfer. Open-Source Flexibility: Design GUI elements, save/load parameters, and integrate with Thermoptim’s engine. Moist mixture calculations using external nodes. Power Up: This mechanism expands Thermoptim’s applicability while keeping it consistent with core thermodynamics!Hugoen-usThu, 22 Jan 2026 14:36:36 +0100https://server.s4e2.com/crc/amtc/chapters/chapter5/_toc/index.htmlThu, 22 Jan 2026 14:35:10 +0100https://server.s4e2.com/crc/amtc/chapters/chapter5/_toc/index.htmlTable of Contents — Volume 1 Advanced Modeling of Thermodynamic Energy Components and Systems 5. External Class Development 5.1 General Principles and External Substances 5.1.1 Introducing Custom Components 5.1.2 Example: Dowtherm A 5.1.3 Coupling to a Thermodynamic Properties Server 5.2 Flat Plate Solar Collectors 5.2.1 Design of the External Component 5.2.2 Physical Model 5.2.3 Saving and Loading Model Parameters 5.3 Calculation of Moist Mixtures in External Classes 5.3.1 Methods Available in the External Classes 5.3.2 Methods Available in the External Classes 5.4 Cooling Towers 5.4.1 Principle of Operation and Phenomenological Model 5.4.2 Behavior Models 5.5 External Controllers 5.6 External Class Development Environment 5.7 Conclusion 5.8 Referenceshttps://server.s4e2.com/crc/amtc/chapters/chapter5/_resources/index.htmlThu, 22 Jan 2026 14:36:36 +0100https://server.s4e2.com/crc/amtc/chapters/chapter5/_resources/index.htmlResources 📘 Chapter 5: External Substances and Advanced Modeling Complementary Resources and Guided Explorations ⚠️ Important Notes About These Resources The resources on this page complement the content of Chapter 5 in Advanced Modeling of Thermodynamic Energy Components and Systems. Diapason sessions may include older Thermoptim screenshots or updated terminology. These differences are minor and do not affect comprehension. Guided explorations and models are accessible online but require the Thermoptim browser for full interactivity. Download the Thermoptim Browser here to access the complete features. Note that the Thermoptim Console contains direct links to the Thermoptim files used in the guided explorations. 📌 5.1 General Principles and External Substances Key Concepts Covered: Introduction to external substances and their role in thermodynamic modeling. Integration of custom substances in Thermoptim. Methodologies for extending Thermoptim with new models. Complementary Resources: 📄 Thermoptim Extensions This page provides an overview of Thermoptim extensions, including how to integrate external substances and models into your simulations. Explore Thermoptim Extensions →