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Many events that affect global energy production and consumption
have occurred since the second edition of Energy in the 21st
Century appeared in 2011. For example, an earthquake and tsunami in
Japan led to the disruption of the Fukushima nuclear facility and a
global re-examination of the safety of the nuclear industry. Oil
and natural gas prices continue to be volatile, and the demand for
energy has been affected by the global economy. The third edition
updates data and the discussion of recent events.Energy in the 21st
Century has been used as the text for an introductory energy course
for the general college student population. Based on student
feedback, we have included several features that enhance the value
of the third edition as a textbook. In particular, we have included
learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, end of
chapter activities, a comprehensive index, and a glossary. Points
to Ponder are abbreviated as P2P in the Learning Objectives boxes
and are provided throughout the text. They are designed to
encourage the reader to consider the material from different
perspectives.
In Newton's classical mechanics, time played the role of a
monotonically increasing evolution parameter. Einstein rejected the
Newtonian concept and instead identified time as the fourth
coordinate of a space-time four-vector. Today, scientists are
considering different concepts of time as a means of resolving
incompatibilities between relativity and quantum mechanics. Some
view time as an emergent property of a system rather than a
fundamental property, while others consider two temporal variables.
The purpose of this book is to examine the role of time in modern
physics so that the reader gains an increased awareness of time and
its place in our understanding of nature.
In Newton's classical mechanics, time played the role of a
monotonically increasing evolution parameter. Einstein rejected the
Newtonian concept and instead identified time as the fourth
coordinate of a space-time four-vector. Today, scientists are
considering different concepts of time as a means of resolving
incompatibilities between relativity and quantum mechanics. Some
view time as an emergent property of a system rather than a
fundamental property, while others consider two temporal variables.
The purpose of this book is to examine the role of time in modern
physics so that the reader gains an increased awareness of time and
its place in our understanding of nature.
Many events that affect global energy production and consumption
have occurred since the second edition of Energy in the 21st
Century appeared in 2011. For example, an earthquake and tsunami in
Japan led to the disruption of the Fukushima nuclear facility and a
global re-examination of the safety of the nuclear industry. Oil
and natural gas prices continue to be volatile, and the demand for
energy has been affected by the global economy. The third edition
updates data and the discussion of recent events.Energy in the 21st
Century has been used as the text for an introductory energy course
for the general college student population. Based on student
feedback, we have included several features that enhance the value
of the third edition as a textbook. In particular, we have included
learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, end of
chapter activities, a comprehensive index, and a glossary. Points
to Ponder are abbreviated as P2P in the Learning Objectives boxes
and are provided throughout the text. They are designed to
encourage the reader to consider the material from different
perspectives.
This unique compendium provides a fact-based analysis of the most
prominent energy issues of our time. It covers the period when the
Covid pandemic swept across the world and substantially altered
energy production and consumption. It discusses lessons learned
following the reopening of economies around the world, and
recognizes that we are in the midst of the energy transition.
Insights into key energy topics, such as the timing of the energy
transition and the need for a reliable energy portfolio for
national security, are included.Some highlights of the new edition
include discussions of climate change; lessons learned from the
2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine; introduction to small-scale,
modular nuclear fission reactors; updates on the status of nuclear
fusion reactor prototypes; advances in solar power plants and
transparent photovoltaic cells; improvements in large-scale wind
power; tidal and wave energy converters; oil from algae; the EU
Supergrid; the transition to electric vehicles and its impact on
demand for oil; and updating the Goldilocks Policy forecast.This
textbook can also serve as a useful reference for students,
decision makers, opinion leaders and the general public. Previous
editions have been used as an introductory energy text for college
and MBA students.
This unique compendium provides a fact-based analysis of the most
prominent energy issues of our time. It covers the period when the
Covid pandemic swept across the world and substantially altered
energy production and consumption. It discusses lessons learned
following the reopening of economies around the world, and
recognizes that we are in the midst of the energy transition.
Insights into key energy topics, such as the timing of the energy
transition and the need for a reliable energy portfolio for
national security, are included.Some highlights of the new edition
include discussions of climate change; lessons learned from the
2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine; introduction to small-scale,
modular nuclear fission reactors; updates on the status of nuclear
fusion reactor prototypes; advances in solar power plants and
transparent photovoltaic cells; improvements in large-scale wind
power; tidal and wave energy converters; oil from algae; the EU
Supergrid; the transition to electric vehicles and its impact on
demand for oil; and updating the Goldilocks Policy forecast.This
textbook can also serve as a useful reference for students,
decision makers, opinion leaders and the general public. Previous
editions have been used as an introductory energy text for college
and MBA students.
Reservoir engineers today need to acquire more complex reservoir
management and modeling skills. Principles of Applied Reservoir
Simulation, Fourth Edition, continues to provide the fundamentals
on these topics for both early and seasoned career engineers and
researchers. Enhanced with more practicality and with a focus on
more modern reservoir simulation workflows, this vital reference
includes applications to not only traditional oil and gas reservoir
problems but specialized applications in geomechanics, coal gas
modelling, and unconventional resources. Strengthened with
complementary software from the author to immediately apply to the
engineer's projects, Principles of Applied Reservoir Simulation,
Fourth Edition, delivers knowledge critical for today's basic and
advanced reservoir and asset management.
Reason, Faith, and Purpose: The Ultimate Gamble is a guide for
believers and inquiring skeptics. This book summarizes the
scientific view of the origins of the universe and life and
analyzes the question of the existence of god from philosophical,
religious, and scientific perspectives.The material is presented in
two parts. Part I presents the secular, scientific view of the
origin and evolution of the physical universe and life. Part II
introduces other perspectives that are representative of ideas
historically prevalent around the world. The material in Reason,
Faith, and Purpose is designed to provide insight into the choice
each of us must make in this life: the ultimate gamble.
Energy in the 21st Century is a valuable source of information for
students, decision makers, opinion leaders, and the general public.
Oil and natural gas price volatility continue to affect both the
supply and demand for energy. Advances in other technologies, such
as nuclear, wind, solar, and tidal technology, are altering the
comparative economics of competing energy sources. New government
policies are changing the landscape of the global energy
marketplace.From our reliance on fossil fuels to the quest for new
sources of energy, Energy in the 21st Century provides a fact-based
analysis of the most prominent energy issues of our time. The
fourth edition updates data and includes more discussion of recent
advances. Some of the highlights of the fourth edition are expanded
discussion of climate change and anthropogenic climate change; the
2015 COP21 Paris Agreement on Climate Change; nuclear fusion
reactor prototypes (tokomak ITER and stellarator W7-X); advances in
solar thermal and solar photovoltaic power plants, space based
solar power, transparent photovoltaic cells, and hybrid solar wind
technology; tidal and wave energy converters; oil from algae; the
EU Supergrid; the Goldilocks Policy for energy transition and the
Grand Energy Bargain.Energy in the 21st Century has been used as
the text for the general college student population, as well as
energy overview for MBA students. Pedagogical material includes
learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, end of
chapter activities, a comprehensive index, a glossary, and an
Appendix to help with converting units. Points to Ponder are
provided throughout the text and are designed to encourage the
reader to consider material from different perspectives.
Energy may be the most important factor that will influence the
shape of society in the 21st century. The cost and availability of
energy significantly impacts our quality of life, the health of
national economies, the relationships between nations, and the
stability of our environment. What kind of energy do we want to use
in our future? Will there be enough? What will be the consequences
of our decisions? Everyone has a stake in the answers to these
questions and the decisions that are being made to provide
energy.Energy in the 21st Century, in its second edition, examines
the energy sources that play a vital role in society today, as well
as those that may be the primary energy sources of tomorrow. From
our reliance on fossil fuels to the quest for energy independence,
and the environmental issues that follow each decision, this book
delves into the most prominent energy issues of our time. Armed
with this information, the reader can think critically about the
direction they want this world to take.
Energy may be the most important factor that will influence the
shape of society in the 21st century. The cost and availability of
energy significantly impacts our quality of life, the health of
national economies, the relationships between nations, and the
stability of our environment. What kind of energy do we want to use
in our future? Will there be enough? What will be the consequences
of our decisions? Everyone has a stake in the answers to these
questions and the decisions that are being made to provide
energy.Energy in the 21st Century, in its second edition, examines
the energy sources that play a vital role in society today, as well
as those that may be the primary energy sources of tomorrow. From
our reliance on fossil fuels to the quest for energy independence,
and the environmental issues that follow each decision, this book
delves into the most prominent energy issues of our time. Armed
with this information, the reader can think critically about the
direction they want this world to take.
Energy in the 21st Century is a valuable source of information for
students, decision makers, opinion leaders, and the general public.
Oil and natural gas price volatility continue to affect both the
supply and demand for energy. Advances in other technologies, such
as nuclear, wind, solar, and tidal technology, are altering the
comparative economics of competing energy sources. New government
policies are changing the landscape of the global energy
marketplace.From our reliance on fossil fuels to the quest for new
sources of energy, Energy in the 21st Century provides a fact-based
analysis of the most prominent energy issues of our time. The
fourth edition updates data and includes more discussion of recent
advances. Some of the highlights of the fourth edition are expanded
discussion of climate change and anthropogenic climate change; the
2015 COP21 Paris Agreement on Climate Change; nuclear fusion
reactor prototypes (tokomak ITER and stellarator W7-X); advances in
solar thermal and solar photovoltaic power plants, space based
solar power, transparent photovoltaic cells, and hybrid solar wind
technology; tidal and wave energy converters; oil from algae; the
EU Supergrid; the Goldilocks Policy for energy transition and the
Grand Energy Bargain.Energy in the 21st Century has been used as
the text for the general college student population, as well as
energy overview for MBA students. Pedagogical material includes
learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, end of
chapter activities, a comprehensive index, a glossary, and an
Appendix to help with converting units. Points to Ponder are
provided throughout the text and are designed to encourage the
reader to consider material from different perspectives.
Over the past five de-:: ades researchers have sought to develop a
new framework that would resolve the anomalies attributable to a
patchwork formulation of relativistic quantum mechanics. This book
chronicles the development of a new paradigm for describing
relativistic quantum phenomena. What makes the new paradigm unique
is its inclusion of a physically measurable, invariant evolution
parameter. The resulting theory has been sufficiently well
developed in the refereed literature that it is now possible to
present a synthesis of its ideas and techniques. My synthesis is
intended to encourage and enhance future research, and is presented
in six parts. The environment within which the conventional
paradigm exists is described in the Introduction. Part I eases the
mainstream reader into the ideas of the new paradigm by providing
the reader with a discussion that should look very familiar, but
contains subtle nuances. Indeed, I try to provide the mainstream
reader with familiar "landmarks" throughout the text. This is
possible because the new paradigm contains the conventional
paradigm as a subset. The foundation of the new paradigm is
presented in Part II, fol owed by numerous applications in the
remaining three parts. The reader should notice that the new
paradigm handles not only the broad class of problems typically
dealt with in conventional relativistic quantum theory, but also
contains fertile research areas for both experimentalists and
theorists. To avoid developing a theoretical framework without
physical validity, numerous comparisons between theory and
experiment are provided, and several predictions are made.
'The author leavens his discussion of a transition to a sustainable
energy mix with the views of three prominent energy experts;
following this is an introduction to aEURO~Goldilocks policyaEURO
(TM) and a detailed discussion of its obstacles. The author
stresses the importance of factoring in capacity, cost, safety,
reliability, and environmental effects in developing a sustainable
energy policy.'CHOICEThis book makes the case for a grand energy
bargain that recognizes the need to protect the environment from
the combustion of fossil fuels while protecting the national and
global economies during the transition from fossil fuels to
sustainable energy.Our future energy mix depends on choices we
make, which depends, in turn, on energy policy. Society is
continuing a trend toward decarbonization: the reduction in the
relative amount of carbon in combustible fuels. The 21st century
energy mix will depend on technological advances, including some
advances that cannot be anticipated, and on choices made by
society.There are competing visions for reaching a sustainable
energy mix. If the energy transition is too fast, it could
significantly damage the global economy. If the energy transition
is too slow, damage to the environment could be irreversible.The
'Goldilocks Policy for Energy Transition' is designed to establish
a middle ground between these competing visions. We need the
duration of the energy transition to be just right; we need to
adopt a reasonable plan of action that reduces uncertainty for
businesses and innovators with predictable public policy while
simultaneously minimizing environmental impact.The question of
climate change is still unsettled, but enough is known to motivate
a transition away from fossil fuels. The transition does not have
to be abrupt and catastrophic, however. Historical energy
transitions can be a guide to a reasonable duration for making an
orderly transition. If we exercise discipline and patience, we can
overcome the obstacles to successful implementation of a grand
energy bargain.
'The author leavens his discussion of a transition to a sustainable
energy mix with the views of three prominent energy experts;
following this is an introduction to aEURO~Goldilocks policyaEURO
(TM) and a detailed discussion of its obstacles. The author
stresses the importance of factoring in capacity, cost, safety,
reliability, and environmental effects in developing a sustainable
energy policy.'CHOICEThis book makes the case for a grand energy
bargain that recognizes the need to protect the environment from
the combustion of fossil fuels while protecting the national and
global economies during the transition from fossil fuels to
sustainable energy.Our future energy mix depends on choices we
make, which depends, in turn, on energy policy. Society is
continuing a trend toward decarbonization: the reduction in the
relative amount of carbon in combustible fuels. The 21st century
energy mix will depend on technological advances, including some
advances that cannot be anticipated, and on choices made by
society.There are competing visions for reaching a sustainable
energy mix. If the energy transition is too fast, it could
significantly damage the global economy. If the energy transition
is too slow, damage to the environment could be irreversible.The
'Goldilocks Policy for Energy Transition' is designed to establish
a middle ground between these competing visions. We need the
duration of the energy transition to be just right; we need to
adopt a reasonable plan of action that reduces uncertainty for
businesses and innovators with predictable public policy while
simultaneously minimizing environmental impact.The question of
climate change is still unsettled, but enough is known to motivate
a transition away from fossil fuels. The transition does not have
to be abrupt and catastrophic, however. Historical energy
transitions can be a guide to a reasonable duration for making an
orderly transition. If we exercise discipline and patience, we can
overcome the obstacles to successful implementation of a grand
energy bargain.
Over the past five de-:: ades researchers have sought to develop a
new framework that would resolve the anomalies attributable to a
patchwork formulation of relativistic quantum mechanics. This book
chronicles the development of a new paradigm for describing
relativistic quantum phenomena. What makes the new paradigm unique
is its inclusion of a physically measurable, invariant evolution
parameter. The resulting theory has been sufficiently well
developed in the refereed literature that it is now possible to
present a synthesis of its ideas and techniques. My synthesis is
intended to encourage and enhance future research, and is presented
in six parts. The environment within which the conventional
paradigm exists is described in the Introduction. Part I eases the
mainstream reader into the ideas of the new paradigm by providing
the reader with a discussion that should look very familiar, but
contains subtle nuances. Indeed, I try to provide the mainstream
reader with familiar "landmarks" throughout the text. This is
possible because the new paradigm contains the conventional
paradigm as a subset. The foundation of the new paradigm is
presented in Part II, fol owed by numerous applications in the
remaining three parts. The reader should notice that the new
paradigm handles not only the broad class of problems typically
dealt with in conventional relativistic quantum theory, but also
contains fertile research areas for both experimentalists and
theorists. To avoid developing a theoretical framework without
physical validity, numerous comparisons between theory and
experiment are provided, and several predictions are made.
Energy: Technology and Directions for the Future presents the
fundamentals of energy for scientists and engineers. It is a survey
of energy sources that will be available for use in the 21st
century energy mix. The reader will learn about the history and
science of several energy sources as well as the technology and
social significance of energy. Themes in the book include
thermodynamics, electricity distribution, geothermal energy, fossil
fuels, solar energy, nuclear energy, alternate energy (wind, water,
biomass), energy and society, energy and the environment,
sustainable development, the hydrogen economy, and energy
forecasting. The approach is designed to present an intellectually
rich and interesting text that is also practical.This is
accomplished by introducing basic concepts in the context of energy
technologies and, where appropriate, in historical context.
Scientific concepts are used to solve concrete engineering
problems.
The technical level of presentation presumes that readers have
completed college level physics with calculus and mathematics
through calculus of several variables. The selection of topics is
designed to provide the reader with an introduction to the
language, concepts and techniques used in all major energy
components that are expected to contribute to the 21st century
energy mix. Future energy professionals will need to understand the
origin and interactions of these energy components to thrive in an
energy industry that is evolving from an industry dominated by
fossil fuels to an industry working with many energy sources.
*Presents the fundamentals of energy production for engineers,
scientists, engineering professors, students, and anyone in the
field who needs a technical discussion of energy topics.
*Provides engineers with a valuable expanded knowledge base using
the U.S. National Academy of Sciences content standards.
*Examines the energy options for the twenty-first century as older
energy sources quickly become depleted.
SHORT BLURB/BRIEF DESCRIPTION: The hottest, most important topic to
reservoir engineers is reservoir simulation. Reservoir simulations
are literally pictures of what a reservoir of oil or gas looks, or
should look, like under the surface of the earth. A multitude of
tools is available to the engineer to generate these pictures, and,
essentially, the more accurate the picture, the easier the engineer
can get the product out of the ground, and, thus, the more
profitable the well will be.
UNIQUE FEATURE: Completely revised and updated throughout, this new
edition of a GPP industry standard has completely new sections on
coalbed methane, CO2 sequestration (important for environmental
concerns), Co2 Flood, more sophisticated petrophysical models for
geoscientists, examples of subsidence, additional geomechanical
calculations, and much more. What makes this book so different and
valuable to the engineer is the accompanying software, used by
reservoir engineers all over the world every day. The new software,
IFLO (replacing WINB4D, in previous editions), is a simulator that
the engineer can easily install in a Windows operating environment.
IFLO generates simulations of how the well can be tapped and feeds
this to the engineer in dynamic 3D perspective. This completely new
software is much more functional, with better graphics and more
scenarios from which the engineer can generate simulations.
BENEFIT TO THE READER: This book and software helps the reservoir
engineer do his or her job on a daily basis, better, more
economically, and more efficiently. Without simulations, the
reservoir engineer would not be able to do his or her job at all,
and the technology available in this productis far superior to most
companies' internal simulation software. It is also much less
expensive ($89.95 versus hundreds or even thousands of dollars)
than off-the-shelf packages available from independent software
companies servicing the oil and gas industry. It is, however, just
as, or more accurate than these overpriced competitors, having been
created by a high-profile industry expert and having been used by
engineers in the real world with successful and profitable results.
* This reference is THE industry standard to successfuly modelling
reservoirs, obtaining maximum supply and profiting from oil and gas
reservoirs
* Includes dowloadable software of the new IFLO reservoir
simulation software, that can save your company thousands of
dollars
* This edition has been updated to included new sections on
environmentally important issues such as CO2 sequestration, coalbed
methane, Co2 Flood
* The third edition also provides more sophisticated petrophysical
models, examples of subsidence and additional geomechanical
calculations
Shared Earth Modeling introduces the reader to the processes and
concepts needed to develop shared earth models. Shared earth
modeling is a cutting-edge methodology that offers a synthesis of
modeling paradigms to the geoscientist and petroleum engineer to
increase reservoir output and profitability and decrease guesswork.
Topics range from geology, petrophysics, and geophysics to
reservoir engineering, reservoir simulation, and reservoir
management.
Shared Earth Modeling is a technique for combining the efforts of
reservoir engineers, geophysicists, and petroleum geologists to
create a simulation of a reservoir. Reservoir engineers,
geophysicists, and petroleum geologists can create separate
simulations of a reservoir that vary depending on the technology
each scientist is using. Shared earth modeling allows these
scientists to consolidate their findings and create an integrated
simulation. This gives a more realistic picture of what the
reservoir actually looks like, and thus can drastically cut the
costs of drilling and time spent mapping the reservoir.
First comprehensive publication about Shared Earth Modeling
Companion website has valuable downloadable software
Details cutting edge methodology that provides integrated reservoir
simulations
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