Design and Optimization of Thermal Systems, Third Edition: with MATLAB® Applications offers systematic and efficient approaches to the design of thermal systems, crucial in various applications. It introduces fundamental concepts and procedures for conceptual design, problem formulation, modeling, simulation, design evaluation, feasible design achievement, and optimization. Focusing on modeling and simulation while incorporating experimentation for practical insight and model validation, this edition includes discussions on material selection, manufacturability, economic considerations, sensitivity analysis, genetic and gradient search methods, knowledge-based design methodology, uncertainty assessment, and other real-world aspects. The book features numerous new and revised examples and problems from diverse fields along with enhanced coverage of MATLAB® for advanced analysis and simulation.