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Respected for its accuracy, its smooth and logical flow of ideas,
and its clear presentation, Field and Wave Electromagnetics has
become an established textbook in the field of electromagnetics.
This book builds the electromagnetic model using an axiomatic
approach in steps: first for static electric fields, then for
static magnetic fields, and finally for time-varying fields leading
to Maxwell's equations. This approach results in an organised and
systematic development of the subject matter. Applications of
derived relations to fundamental phenomena and electromagnetic
technologies are explained.
Written by an internationally-recognized team of natural gas
industry experts, the fourth edition of Handbook of Natural Gas
Transmission and Processing is a unique, well-researched, and
comprehensive work on the design and operation aspects of natural
gas transmission and processing. Six new chapters have been added
to include detailed discussion of the thermodynamic and energy
efficiency of relevant processes, and recent developments in
treating super-rich gas, high CO2 content gas, and high nitrogen
content gas with other contaminants. The new material describes
technologies for processing today's unconventional gases, providing
a fresh approach in solving today's gas processing challenges
including greenhouse gas emissions. The updated edition is an
excellent platform for gas processors and educators to understand
the basic principles and innovative designs necessary to meet
today's environmental and sustainability requirement while
delivering acceptable project economics.
This is the fifth volume of a sub series on Road Vehicle Automation
published within the Lecture Notes in Mobility. Like in previous
editions, scholars, engineers and analysts from all around the
world have contributed chapters covering human factors, ethical,
legal, energy and technology aspects related to automated vehicles,
as well as transportation infrastructure and public planning. The
book is based on the Automated Vehicles Symposium which was hosted
by the Transportation Research Board (TRB) and the Association for
Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) in San Francisco,
California (USA) in July 2017.
This book discusses the use of efficient metaheuristic algorithms
to solve diverse power system problems, providing an overview of
the various aspects of metaheuristic methods to enable readers to
gain a comprehensive understanding of the field and of conducting
studies on specific metaheuristic algorithms related to
power-system applications. By bridging the gap between recent
metaheuristic techniques and novel power system methods that
benefit from the convenience of metaheuristic methods, it offers
power system practitioners who are not metaheuristic computation
researchers insights into the techniques, which go beyond simple
theoretical tools and have been adapted to solve important problems
that commonly arise. On the other hand, members of the
metaheuristic computation community learn how power engineering
problems can be translated into optimization tasks, and it is also
of interest to engineers and application developers. Further, since
each chapter can be read independently, the relevant information
can be quickly found. Power systems is a multidisciplinary field
that addresses the multiple approaches used for design and analysis
in areas ranging from signal processing, and electronics to
computational intelligence, including the current trend of
metaheuristic computation.
This book offers a concise primer on energy conversion efficiency
and the Shockley-Queisser limit in single p-n junction solar cells.
It covers all the important fundamental physics necessary to
understand the conversion efficiency, which is indispensable in
studying, investigating, analyzing, and designing solar cells in
practice. As such it is valuable as a supplementary text for
courses on photovoltaics, and bridges the gap between advanced
topics in solar cell device engineering and the fundamental physics
covered in undergraduate courses. The book first introduces the
principles and features of solar cells compared to those of
chemical batteries, and reviews photons, statistics and radiation
as the physics of the source energy. Based on these foundations, it
clarifies the conversion efficiency of a single p-n junction solar
cell and discusses the Shockley-Queisser limit. Furthermore, it
looks into various concepts of solar cells for breaking through the
efficiency limit given in the single junction solar cell and
presents feasible theoretical predictions. To round out readers'
knowledge of p-n junctions, the final chapter also reviews the
essential semiconductor physics. The foundation of solar cell
physics and engineering provided here is a valuable resource for
readers with no background in solar cells, such as upper
undergraduate and master students. At the same time, the deep
insights provided allow readers to step seamlessly into other
advanced books and their own research topics.
Lithium air rechargeable batteries are the best candidate for a
power source for electric vehicles, because of their high specific
energy density. In this book, the history, scientific background,
status and prospects of the lithium air system are introduced by
specialists in the field. This book will contain the basics,
current statuses, and prospects for new technologies. This book is
ideal for those interested in electrochemistry, energy storage, and
materials science.
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This book discusses applying vernacular strategies to modern
architectural design to adhere to basic green principles of energy
efficiency and materials utilization. Written from an international
perspective, chapters present the perspectives and experiences of
architects and engineers from across the globe. Historically
successful approaches are integrated with modern design concepts to
create novel, sustainable, and resource conscious solutions. The
scope of topics covered include natural ventilation, cooling and
heating, daylight and shading devices, and green micro-climate and
functional facades, making this a useful reference for a wide range
of researchers and workers in the built environment. Covers the
most up-to-date research developments, best practices, and
innovations from countries all over the globe; Presents the latest
research in vernacular architecture and sustainable building;
Contains case studies and examples to enhance practical application
of the technologies presented.
This book discusses the design and scheduling of residential,
industrial, and commercial energy hubs, and their integration into
energy storage technologies and renewable energy sources. Each
chapter provides theoretical background and application examples
for specific power systems including, solar, wind, geothermal, air
and hydro. Case-studies are included to provide engineers,
researchers, and students with the most modern technical and
intelligent approaches to solving power and energy integration
problems with special attention given to the environmental and
economic aspects of energy storage systems.
Design, Deployment and Operation of a Hydrogen Supply Chain
introduces current energy system and the challenges that may hinder
the large-scale adoption of hydrogen as an energy carrier. It
covers the different aspects of a methodological framework for
designing a HSC, including production, storage, transportation and
infrastructure. Each technology's advantages and drawbacks are
evaluated, including their technology readiness level (TRL). The
multiple applications of hydrogen for energy are presented,
including use in fuel cells, combustion engines, as an alternative
to natural gas and power to gas. Through analysis and forecasting,
the authors explore deployment scenarios, considering the dynamic
aspect of HSCs. In addition, the book proposes methods and tools
that can be selected for a multi-criteria optimal design, including
performance drivers and economic, environmental and societal
metrics. Due to its systems-based approach, this book is ideal for
engineering professionals, researchers and graduate students in the
field of energy systems, energy supply and management, process
systems and even policymakers.
The book presents novel Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
techniques to compute offshore wind and tidal applications. The
papers in this volume are based on a mini-symposium held at ECCOMAS
2018. Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) techniques are regarded as
the main design tool to explore the new engineering challenges
presented by offshore wind and tidal turbines for energy
generation. The difficulty and costs of undertaking experimental
tests in offshore environments have increased the interest in CFD
which is used to design appropriate turbines and blades, understand
fluid flow physical phenomena associated with offshore
environments, predict power production or characterise offshore
environments amongst other topics.
Re-exploration Programs for Petroleum-Rich Sags in Rift Basins
covers the geological characteristics and potential of oil-rich
depressions in a rifted basin. It describes up-to-date research and
technology, detailing the current status of exploration. The
overall aim of the book is to guide a new round of hydrocarbon
exploration of petroleum-rich depressions, contributing to
breakthroughs in re-exploration and a substantial increase in
reserves. Chapters discuss the reservoir forming theory of oil-rich
depressions, characters of hydrocarbon migration and accumulation
in a weak structure slope, key elements of reservoir forming of
deep buried hills and inner curtains, and more. Other topics
covered include complex subtle reservoir recognition techniques,
deep layer and buried hill high speed drill technology, recognition
of buried hill reservoir and hydrocarbon, high efficiency enhanced
oil recovery, and finally, methods of secondary exploration of
oil-rich depressions and the development of a workflow to guide
research and exploration.
Nonlinear Electronics 1: Nonlinear Dipoles, Harmonic Oscillators
and Switching Circuits deals with the appearance of nonlinear
electronic circuits and their behavior. The book studies a number
of circuits that interface between analog and digital electronics,
including astable, monostable, bistable, Schmitt trigger, and
analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion. Users will find
a complete resource that deals with all aspects of these circuits,
starting from the discrete component and gradually working to the
integrated circuit.
The purpose of this book is to present a range of cases and
comparison of the issues, insights and cases emerging from the
Sustainable Energy Mix Summit in the Galapagos that offer a better
understanding of energy mix in fragile environments from a variety
of International locations and contexts including the Galapagos.
This book highlights Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) as a viable
alternative to the Nuclear Power Plants (NPPs), which have been
used as desalination plant energy sources. SMRs have lower
investment costs, inherent safety features, and increased
availability compared to NPPs. The unique and innovative approach
to implementation of SMRs as part of Gen-IV technology outlined in
this book contributes to the application of nuclear power as a
supplementary source to renewable energy. Discusses Gen-IV Power
plants, their efficiency, cost effectiveness, safety, and methods
to supply renewable energy; Presents Small Modular Reactors as a
viable alternative to Nuclear Power Plants; Describes the benefits,
uses, safety features, and challenges related to implementation of
Small Modular Reactors.
This book presents original, peer-reviewed research papers from the
4th Purple Mountain Forum -International Forum on Smart Grid
Protection and Control (PMF2019-SGPC), held in Nanjing, China on
August 17-18, 2019. Addressing the latest research hotspots in the
power industry, such as renewable energy integration, flexible
interconnection of large scale power grids, integrated energy
system, and cyber physical power systems, the papers share the
latest research findings and practical application examples of the
new theories, methodologies and algorithms in these areas. As such
book a valuable reference for researchers, engineers, and
university students.
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. A new
edition of the best-known reference for electricians-fully updated
for the latest codes and standards For over a century, this
practical handbook has served as the definitive industry reference
for information on designing, installing, operating, and
maintaining electrical systems and equipment. This seventeenth
edition has been thoroughly revised to comply with the most recent
(2020) National Electrical Code and National Electrical Safety
Code. American Electricians' Handbook, 17th Edition covers current
energy-efficient technologies, such as Power over Ethernet (PoE),
photovoltaics and induction lighting, and contains a new chapter
that clearly explains new industry safety methods, along with
detailed coverage of how those procedures correlate with OSHA
requirements. Detailed photos, diagrams, charts, tables, and
calculations are included. This is a practical, on-the-job resource
for every professional electrician. It also provides limited
coverage, available in no other publication, of old wiring methods
and procedures that may be encountered in existing installations. *
Includes updated 2020 NEC and NESC code references * Contains a
brand-new chapter that covers industry safety * Written by an
experienced electrician and well-known author
This book is designed to supplement standard texts and teaching
material in the areas of differential equations in engineering such
as in Electrical ,Mechanical and Biomedical engineering. Emphasis
is placed on the Boundary Value Problems that are often met in
these fields.This keeps the the spectrum of the book rather
focussed .The book has basically emerged from the need in the
authors lectures on "Advanced Numerical Methods in Biomedical
Engineering" at Yeditepe University and it is aimed to assist the
students in solving general and application specific problems in
Science and Engineering at upper-undergraduate and graduate
level.Majority of the problems given in this book are
self-contained and have varying levels of difficulty to encourage
the student. Problems that deal with MATLAB simulations are
particularly intended to guide the student to understand the nature
and demystify theoretical aspects of these problems. Relevant
references are included at the end of each chapter. Here one will
also find large number of software that supplements this book in
the form of MATLAB script (.m files). The name of the files used
for the solution of a problem are indicated at the end of each
corresponding problem statement.There are also some exercises left
to students as homework assignments in the book. An outstanding
feature of the book is the large number and variety of the solved
problems that are included in it. Some of these problems can be
found relatively simple, while others are more challenging and used
for research projects. All solutions to the problems and script
files included in the book have been tested using recent MATLAB
software.The features and the content of this book will be most
useful to the students studying in Engineering fields, at different
levels of their education (upper undergraduate-graduate).
As the world continues to evolve technologically, people depend
more heavily on energy-dependent systems to fulfill their daily
needs. However, as these needs grow, it is important to develop
sustainable systems that are reliable, as well as environmentally
sound. Sustaining Power Resources through Energy Optimization and
Engineering highlights the sustainable development and efficient
operation of energy systems being provided to consumers. Featuring
emergent research and trends within the area of power optimization
and engineering, this book is a crucial reference source for
engineers, researchers, sustainability experts, and professionals
interested in the improvement and usage of infrastructural energy
systems.
This book introduces and analyses the latest maximum power point
tracking (MPPT) techniques, which can effectively reduce the cost
of power generated from photovoltaic energy systems. It also
presents a detailed description, analysis, and comparison of
various MPPT techniques applied to stand-alone systems and those
interfaced with electric utilities, examining their performance
under normal and abnormal operating conditions. These techniques,
which and can be conventional or smart, are a current hot topic,
and this book is a valuable reference resource for academic
researchers and industry professionals who are interested in
exploring and implementing advanced MPPT for photovoltaic systems.
It is also useful for graduate students who are looking to expand
their knowledge of MPPT techniques.
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