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Libros en Energía y Potencia

  • Intelligent Data Analytics for Solar Energy Prediction and Forecasting

    Advances in Resource Assessment and PV Systems Optimization
    • 1 Edición
    • Amit Kumar Yadav + 2 más
    • Inglés
    Intelligent Data Analytics for Solar Energy Prediction and Forecasting: Advances in Resource Assessment and PV Systems Optimization explores the utilization of advanced neural networks, machine learning and data analytics techniques for solar radiation prediction, solar energy forecasting, installation and maximum power generation. The book addresses relevant input variable selection, solar resource assessment, tilt angle calculation, and electrical characteristics of PV modules, including detailed methods, coding, modeling and experimental analysis of PV power generation under outdoor conditions. It will be of interest to researchers, scientists and advanced students across solar energy, renewables, electrical engineering, AI, machine learning, computer science, information technology and engineers. In addition, R&D professionals and other industry personnel with an interest in applications of AI, machine learning, and data analytics within solar energy and energy systems will find this book to be a welcomed resource.

  • Photochemical Splitting of Water

    Fundamentals to Applications
    • 1 Edición
    • Soney C. George + 2 más
    • Inglés
    Photochemical Splitting of Water: Fundamentals to Applications brings together information on photochemical water splitting for hydrogen production, covering basic concepts, mechanisms, instrumentation, experimental set-up, analysis, materials used as catalysts, innovative methods, and future opportunities. The book introduces the role of water splitting and hydrogen production in the current and future global energy mix and provides a basic understanding of the theories behind photochemical water splitting, instrumentation, experimental set-up, and the criteria for materials selection. Other sections offers thorough coverage of the use of specific cutting-edge active materials in photocatalytic and photoelectrocatalyti... water splitting processes, discussing recent advances and future opportunities.The final chapters of the book focus on challenges, emerging trends, and key opportunities for the future, including tandem approaches that combine a solar cell with a suitably formulated water splitting cell. A glossary of technical terms is also included, providing a clear explanation of the main concepts.

  • Nuclear Wastewater Treatment by Adsorption Process

    • 1 Edición
    • Jianlong Wang
    • Inglés
    Nuclear Wastewater Treatment by Adsorption Process provides a comprehensive introduction to nuclear waste treatment from both theoretical and practical perspectives. Sections explores research and development of adsorption processes in the field, illustrates various adsorbents and their applications for wastewater treatment, specifically for nuclear wastewater treatment, and provides guidance for the selection and use of the adsorption kinetics and isotherm models, as well as for future studies. Intended for students, researchers, and engineers working in nuclear waste treatment, adsorption/separatio... water/wastewater treatment, and related industries, this book is sure to be a welcomed resource.

  • Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS) for Sustainable Development

    • 1 Edición
    • Dornadula Chandrasekharam
    • Inglés
    Enhanced Geothermal Systems for Sustainable Development presents EGS as an essential tool in securing abundant, clean, carbon-free energy to help meet growing global energy demands. This book lays a foundation with an overview of the thermal regime of the earth, addresses carbon dioxide sources, their effects on the climate and mitigation strategies using EGS, summarizes hydrothermal sources, EGS concepts, its historical background, EGS technology, economic and environmental considerations and culminates in global case studies. Authored by a recognized geothermal energy expert, Enhanced Geothermal Systems for Sustainable Development delivers a centralized text that emphasises fundamental principles, methodology, application, and economics of Enhanced Geothermal Systems, delivers a basic understanding of EGS concepts and applications in the lab and field, includes global case studies demonstrating the viability of geothermal energy, and supports sustainability. Packed with foundational and practical information on EGS, as well as case studies highlighting EGS applications worldwide, this book presents a much-needed overview for undergraduate and graduate students, energy industry professionals and researchers, and companies seeking a stake in the carbon-neutral business to reduce their carbon footprints. This essential volume covers EGS basics, technologies, applications, and benefits, along with case studies, examples, and economics. This accessible text on EGS is essential in the present context of global energy security – it paves a path to a carbon-free future that is within reach.

  • Managed Pressure Drilling: Fundamentals, Methods and Applications

    • 1 Edición
    • Eric van Oort
    • Inglés
    Managed Pressure Drilling Fundamentals, Methods and Applications, First Edition provides the basic infrastructure and extended support necessary for drilling engineers to apply managed pressure drilling to their operations. Enhanced with multiple new chapters and contributions from both academic and corporate authors, this reference provides engineers with the basic processes and equipment behind MPD. Other sections explain the latest technology and real-world case studies, such as how to optimize the managed pressure drilling system, how to choose the best well candidate for MPD, and how to lower costs for land-based operations. Packed with a glossary, list of standards, and a well classification system, this book is a flagship reference for drilling engineers on how to understand basics and advances in this fast-paced area of oil and gas technology.

  • Revolutionizing Heat Transfer

    Nanofluids, Turbulators, and Machine Learning for Sustainable Energy Efficiency
    • 1 Edición
    • Zafar Said
    • Inglés
    Revolutionizing Heat Transfer: Nanofluids, Turbulators, and Machine Learning for Sustainable Energy Efficiency bridges the knowledge gap between traditional heat transfer enhancement techniques and innovative approaches employing nanofluids and turbulators. Users will find this to be an all-inclusive resource on the latest advancements in nanofluids, turbulators, and machine learning techniques for heat transfer enhancement that also includes detailed guidance on the synthesis, characterization, design, and optimization of these technologies. Using an interdisciplinary approach, this book serves as a valuable reference for researchers and practitioners working on heat transfer in energy applications and students studying related areas.There is a growing need for this resource as it addresses both the limitations of current heat transfer techniques while also providing sustainable solutions for a wide range of engineering applications.

  • The Carbon Footprint of our Primary Energy Sources

    • 1 Edición
    • Mukul M. Sharma
    • Inglés
    The Carbon Footprint of our Primary Energy Sources supplies readers with a comprehensive, accessible analysis of the carbon footprints of a range of primary energy sources including crude oil, natural gas, coal, solar energy, wind energy, geothermal energy, hydroelectric energy and nuclear energy, and biofuels, and their carbon footprints, employing a full lifecycle assessment (LCA) of each primary energy source. It furnishes both the foundation and a tool for estimating carbon footprints for a range of energy systems. The work culminates in a cost-benefit analysis of these primary energy sources.With the significant uptick of global investment in alternative energies and the global focus on reducing emissions, this text delivers an important foundational overview/understandi... of these systems, and an opportunity for teachers and readers to apply learnings to their own energy consumption choices.

  • Spectral Characteristics of Solar Radiation

    Applications in Photovoltaic Conversion
    • 1 Edición
    • Viorel Badescu + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Spectral Characteristics of Solar Radiation: Applications in Photovoltaic Conversion brings together the multiple facets of the solar radiation spectrum, its interaction with solar cells and its impact on photovoltaic applications.The first part of the book introduces spectral characteristics of solar radiation, covering measurements, estimation, and modelling techniques. The second section focuses on the application of this knowledge to the design and operation of photovoltaic devices.This is a valuable resource for researchers, scientists, and graduate students with an interest in solar radiation, measurement, and modelling, solar energy conversion, and photovoltaics, as well as engineers, developers, and technicians involved in the development and operation of photovoltaics and solar power plants.

  • Thermochemical Conversion of Biomass Feedstock and Solid Waste into Biofuels

    Production and Pollutant Control
    • 1 Edición
    • Yanjun Hu + 3 más
    • Inglés
    Thermochemical Conversion of Biomass Feedstock and Solid Waste into Biofuels: Production and Pollutant Control offers a comprehensive overview of the state-of-the-art in biofuel production with a special focus on pollutants control, which is both necessary and beneficial for the target audience and the development of this research field. Biofuel is currently a major trend due to the existing environmental crises and global energy challenges. Developing sustainable biofuels from biomass feedstock and solid waste, along with minimizing the formation of pollutants during the conversion processes are currently of significant academic and industrial importance, drawing widespread attention. Novel processes, reactions, and catalysts are being rapidly developed, and compiling this information is invaluable for keeping the audience informed and up-to-date. In addition, while research on the formation and transformation of pollutants such as heavy metals, chlorine, nitrogen, and sulfur species are often conducted by environmental scientists and engineers, it is less familiar to bioenergy researchers. This book aims to bridge the gap between relevant disciplines and presents a comprehensive overview of the entire research field.

  • Hosting Capacity Aspects in Distribution Networks Towards Sustainable Energy Systems

    • 1 Edición
    • Hossam H. H. Mousa + 2 más
    • Inglés
    Hosting Capacity Aspects in Distribution Networks Towards Sustainable Energy Systems is a comprehensive guidebook that delves into the critical aspects of power systems. It emphasizes the essential developments necessary to support the transition towards sustainable energy sources. The book begins by laying down the fundamental principles of hosting capacity in energy systems, highlighting modern challenges in the shift to renewable and distributed energy sources. It underscores the pivotal role hosting capacity plays in the planning and operation of successful systems, offering readers a solid foundation on which to build their understanding.Subseq... chapters are dedicated to providing detailed explanations on various practical hosting capacity calculation methods and enhancement techniques. The book also introduces available tools and software solutions to address hosting capacity issues. By compiling the latest insights and advancements in this crucial yet under-explored area, this book serves as an invaluable resource for students, researchers, and engineers. It aids in planning hosting capacity aspects for the successful integration of renewable and sustainable energy systems.

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