Practical expressions for thermodynamic and transport properties of commonly used fluids

Expressions are derived that can be used to facilitate the evaluation of thermophysical property values of saturated fluids and compressed liquids. The expressions are dependent on temperature or temperature and pressure and are employed to describe the properties of ammonia, water, propane, and other liquids totalling 14 saturated fluids and 10 compressible liquids. The data derived are of significant value for the calculation of design shapes for heat pipes and fluid loops. 23 refs.