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Fundamentals and Applications of Renewable Energy by John M. Cimbala, Yunus A. Cengel and Mehmet Kanoglu (2019, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherMcgraw-Hill Education
ISBN-101260455300
ISBN-139781260455304
eBay Product ID (ePID)5038816069
Product Key Features
Book TitleFundamentals and Applications of Renewable Energy
Number of Pages416 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicMechanical, Power Resources / Alternative & Renewable, Chemical & Biochemical
Publication Year2019
IllustratorYes
GenreTechnology & Engineering
AuthorJohn M. Cimbala, Yunus A. Cengel, Mehmet Kanoglu
FormatHardcover
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Item Height1 in
Item Weight37.7 Oz
Item Length10.2 in
Item Width8 in
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Table Of ContentAbout the Authors Contents Preface Chapter 1 Introduction to Renewable Energy 1-1 Why Renewable Energy? Consequences of Fossil Fuel Combustion Renewable Energy Sources 1-2 Fossil Fuels and Nuclear Energy Coal Oil Natural Gas Nuclear Energy Electricity References Problems Chapter 2 A Review of Thermal Sciences 2-1 Thermal Sciences 2-2 Thermodynamics Heat and Other Forms of Energy Specific Heats of Gases, Liquids, and Solids Energy Transfer The First Law of Thermodynamics Energy Balance for Closed Systems Energy Balance for Steady-Flow Systems Saturation Temperature and Saturation Pressure 2-3 Heat Transfer Conduction Heat Transfer Thermal Conductivity Convection Heat Transfer Radiation Heat Transfer 2-4 Fluid Mechanics Viscosity Pressure Drop in Fluid Flow in Pipes 2-5 Thermochemistry Fuels and Combustion Theoretical and Actual Combustion Processes Enthalpy of Formation and Enthalpy of Combustion First-Law Analysis of Reacting Systems 2-6 Heat Engines and Power Plants Thermal Efficiency Overall Plant Efficiency 2-7 Refrigerators and Heat Pumps References Problems Chapter 3 Fundamentals of Solar Energy 3-1 Introduction 3-2 Radiation Fundamentals Blackbody Radiation 3-3 Radiative Properties Emissivity Absorptivity, Reflectivity, and Transmissivity The Greenhouse Effect 3-4 Solar Radiation 3-5 Solar Data References Problems Chapter 4 Solar Energy Applications 4-1 Introduction 4-2 Flat-Plate Solar Collector 4-3 Concentrating Solar Collector 4-4 Solar-Power-Tower Plant 4-5 Solar Pond 4-6 Photovoltaic Cell 4-7 Passive Solar Applications Trombe Wall Solar Heat Gain through Windows References Problems Chapter 5 Wind Energy 5-1 Introduction 5-2 Wind Turbine Types and Power Performance Curve 5-3 Wind Power Potential 5-4 Wind Power Density 5-5 Wind Turbine Efficiency Betz Limit for Wind Turbine Efficiency 5-6 Considerations in Wind Power Applications References Problems Chapter 6 Hydropower 6-1 Introduction 6-2 Analysis of a Hydroelectric Power Plant 6-3 Impulse Turbines 6-4 Reaction Turbines 6-5 Turbine Specific Speed 6-6 Run-of-River Plants and Waterwheels References Problems Chapter 7 Geothermal Energy 7-1 Introduction 7-2 Geothermal Applications 7-3 Geothermal Heating Degree-Day Method for Annual Energy Consumption 7-4 Geothermal Cooling Absorption Cooling System 7-5 Geothermal Heat Pump Systems Heat Pump Systems Ground-Source Heat Pump Systems 7-6 Geothermal Power Production 7-7 Geothermal Cogeneration References Problems Chapter 8 Biomass Energy 8-1 Introduction 8-2 Biomass Resources 8-3 Conversion of Biomass to Biofuel 8-4 Biomass Products Ethanol Biodiesel Methanol Pyrolysis Oil Biogas Producer Gas Synthesis Gas 8-5 Electricity and Heat Production by Biomass 8-6 Solid Municipality Waste References Problems Chapter 9 Ocean Energy 9-1 Introduction 9-2 Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion 9-3 Wave Energy Power Production from Waves Wave Power Technologies 9-4 Tidal Energy References Problems Chapter 10 Hydrogen and Fuel Cells 10-1 Hydrogen: An Energy Carrier 10-2 Fuel Cells Thermodynamic Analysis of Fuel Cells References Problems Chapter 11 Economics of Renewable Energy 11-1 Engineering Economics 11-2 The Time Value of Money Effect of Inflation and Taxation on Interest Rate 11-3 Life Cycle Cost Analysis Cost-Benefit Analysis Unit Product Cost Comparison of Projects Based on Life Cycle Cost Analysis 11-4 Payback Period Analysis References Problems Chapter 12 Energy and the Environment 12-1 Introduction 12-2 Air Pollutants Particulate Matter Sulfur Dioxide Nitrogen Oxides Hydrocarbons Carbon Monoxide Ozone, Smog, and Acid Rain 12-3 Emissions from Automobiles Catalytic Converters 12-4 The Greenhouse Effect CO2 Production 12-5 Stratospheric Ozone Depletion 12-6 Nuclear Waste References Problems Appendix 1 Property Tables (SI Units) Appendix 2 Property Tables (English Units) Index
SynopsisPublisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Master the principles and applications of today's renewable energy sources and systems Written by a team of recognized experts and educators, this authoritative textbook offers comprehensive coverage of all major renewable energy sources. The book delves into the main renewable energy topics such as solar, wind, geothermal, hydropower, biomass, tidal, and wave, as well as hydrogen and fuel cells. By stressing real-world relevancy and practical applications, Fundamentals and Applications of Renewable Energy helps prepare students for a successful career in renewable energy. The text contains detailed discussions on the thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics aspects of renewable energy systems in addition to technical and economic analyses. Numerous worked-out example problems and over 850 end-of-chapter review questions reinforce main concepts, formulations, design, and analysis. Coverage includes: * Renewable energy basics * Thermal sciences overview * Fundamentals and applications of Solar energy Wind energy Hydropower Geothermal energy Biomass energy Ocean energy Hydrogen and fuel cells * Economics of renewable energy * Energy and the environment, Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Master the principles and applications of today's renewable energy sources and systems Written by a team of recognized experts and educators, this authoritative textbook offers comprehensive coverage of all major renewable energy sources. The book delves into the main renewable energy topics such as solar, wind, geothermal, hydropower, biomass, tidal, and wave, as well as hydrogen and fuel cells. By stressing real-world relevancy and practical applications, Fundamentals and Applications of Renewable Energy helps prepare students for a successful career in renewable energy. The text contains detailed discussions on the thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics aspects of renewable energy systems in addition to technical and economic analyses. Numerous worked-out example problems and over 850 end-of-chapter review questions reinforce main concepts, formulations, design, and analysis. Coverage includes: -Renewable energy basics-Thermal sciences overview-Fundamentals and applications ofSolar energy Wind energyHydropowerGeothermal energy Biomass energy Ocean energyHydrogen and fuel cells-Economics of renewable energy-Energy and the environment
LC Classification NumberTJ808.K366 2020
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