Important Information

📚 Complementary Digital Resources

On these pages, you will find links and guidance to digital resources designed to enrich and expand the explanations provided in the book. These materials are intended to deepen your understanding and offer practical applications of the concepts discussed.

Types of Resources Available

We provide several types of complementary materials, including:

  • Diapason audio sessions (guided explanations and discussions),
  • Guided explorations (step-by-step interactive simulations),
  • Thematic pages from the Thermoptim-Unit portal.

🔍 Important Notes

1. About Diapason Sessions

Many of the Diapason sessions were created several years ago. As a result:

  • Some Thermoptim screenshots may appear outdated.
  • Certain titles and terms have been updated to align with current Anglo-Saxon terminology (for example, “controller” instead of older French-inspired terms like “driver” or “pilot”). These differences are minor and should not hinder comprehension—the core concepts and methodologies remain fully relevant.

2. About Guided Explorations

The links to guided explorations will take you to their online versions, which are not directly coupled with Thermoptim. To work with the full interactive application:

  1. Download and install the Thermoptim version on your computer.
  2. Access the explorations directly from the application’s menu.

💡 How to Use These Resources

  • For learners and students: Use these materials to reinforce your understanding of key concepts through practical examples and guided exercises.
  • For educators and professionals: Integrate these resources into your teaching or training programs to provide hands-on, real-world applications of thermodynamic principles.
  • For all users: If you encounter any technical terms or interfaces that seem unfamiliar, refer to the latest version of Thermoptim or the Thermoptim-Unit portal for updated information.

📩 Need Help?

If you have questions about accessing or using these resources, or if you’d like further clarification on any of the materials, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Renaud Gicquel – Bridging theory and practice in energy systems education.