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Fundamentals of Renewable Energy Processes » (2nd Edition)

Book cover image of Fundamentals of Renewable Energy Processes by Aldo V. da Rosa

Authors: Aldo V. da Rosa
ISBN-13: 9780123746399, ISBN-10: 0123746396
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Elsevier Science
Date Published: March 2009
Edition: 2nd Edition

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Author Biography: Aldo V. da Rosa

Book Synopsis


  • Examines non-traditional energy processes and illustrates the best way to implement these processes in our modern world

  • Appropriate for all students and professionals studying the basic mechanisms of renewable energies

    Every technical detail necessary to understand the engineering principles that govern renewable energy is captured in this book. The book is organized according to the main forms of energy - heat engines, hydrogen energy, energy from the sun, and wind and water energy - with an introductory chapter of basic energy terms. From fuel cells, electrolyzers and processes for hydrogen production to biomass and windmills the author provides a thorough examination of renewable energy processes.

Table of Contents

Ch. 1Generalities
Ch. 2A minimum of thermodynamics and of kinetic theory of gases
Ch. 3Mechanical heat engines
Ch. 4Ocean thermal energy converters
Ch. 5Thermoelectricity
Ch. 6Thermionics
Ch. 7AMTEC
Ch. 8Radio-noise generators
Ch. 9Fuel cells
Ch. 10Hydrogen production
Ch. 11Hydrogen storage
Ch. 12Solar radiation
Ch. 13Biomass
Ch. 14Photovoltaic converters

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