Engineering thermodynamics textbook goes free and open online
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A maker released a complete thermodynamics textbook under an open license, eliminating the $200+ paywall typical of engineering texts. For indie developers building physics simulations, energy modeling tools, or hardware projects, this is a rare public resource that cuts through both cost and licensing friction.
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