You can find fundamental descriptions concerning Thermal Analysis and the multifaceted applications in the selected books.
Thermal Analysis Of Plastics: Theory and Practice Author: Gottfried W. Ehrenstein, Gabriela Riedel, Pia Trawiel ISBN-13: 978-1569903629 In this book, the different test methods and their variations are described in detail, emphasizing the principles and their application in practice. direct access to HANSER
Thermal Analysis: Techniques and Applications Author: E.L. Charsley, S.B. Warrington ISBN-13: 978-0851863757 This book, which is based on a short course held by the Thermal Analysis Consultancy Service, aims to provide an overview of the principal thermal methods and their application in major areas of importance.