Solar Energy Engineering

Author : Soteris A Kalogirou
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 779 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2009-07-22
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780080922874

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Solar Energy Engineering by Soteris A Kalogirou Pdf

As perhaps the most promising of all the renewable energy sources available today, solar energy is becoming increasingly important in the drive to achieve energy independence and climate balance. This new book is the masterwork from world-renowned expert Dr. Soteris Kalogirou, who has championed solar energy for decades. The book includes all areas of solar energy engineering, from the fundamentals to the highest level of current research. The author includes pivotal subjects such as solar collectors, solar water heating, solar space heating and cooling, industrial process heat, solar desalination, photovoltaics, solar thermal power systems, and modeling of solar systems, including the use of artificial intelligence systems in solar energy systems, modeling and performance prediction. *Written by one of the world's most renowned experts in solar energy*Covers the hottest new developments in solar technology, such as solar cooling and desalination*Packed with quick look up tables and schematic diagrams for the most commonly used systems today'

Author : A. A. M. Sayigh
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 526 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-02
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780323147095

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Solar Energy Engineering by A. A. M. Sayigh Pdf

Solar Energy Engineering is a 21-chapter text that provides ample information concerning all forms and topics of solar energy. Chapter 1 deals with the scope and advantages of solar energy and serves as an introduction to the rest of the chapters. Chapters 2 to 5 explain the nature of the sun, the solar radiation spectrum, the estimation of total, direct, and diffuse radiation, and the heat transfer fundamentals for solar energy application. Chapters 6 to 8 outline the fundamentals, fabrication, and uses of various water and air heaters. Chapters 9 and 11 cover optics, concentrating collectors, and solar furnaces, while Chapters 10 and 12 to 20 discuss the various applications of solar energy, namely, solar pond, solar distillation, photovoltaic conversion of solar energy, solar refrigeration, solar hydrogen production, space applications, and solar measuring equipment. Lastly, Chapter 21 focuses on the cost of solar appliances. Engineers, designers, and researchers in their field of solar energy will find this book invaluable.

Author : Soteris A Kalogirou
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 841 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2013-10-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780123972569

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Solar Energy Engineering by Soteris A Kalogirou Pdf

Energy policy promoting sustainable development is transforming global energy markets. Solar power, the most abundant of all renewable resources, is crucial to greater achieving energy security and sustainability. This new edition of Solar Energy Engineering: Processes and Systems from Prof. Soteris Kalogirou, a renowned expert with over thirty years of experience in renewable energy systems and applications, includes revised and updated chapters on all areas of solar energy engineering from the fundamentals to the highest level of current research. The book includes high interest topics such as solar collectors, solar water heating, solar space heating and cooling, industrial process heat, solar desalination, photovoltaic technology, solar thermal power systems, modeling of solar energy systems and includes a new chapter on wind energy systems. As solar energy’s vast potential environmental and socioeconomic benefits are broadly recognized, the second edition of Solar Energy Engineering: Processes and Systems will provide professionals and students with a resource on the basic principles and applications of solar energy systems and processes and can be used as a reference guide to practicing engineers who want to understand how solar systems operate and how to design the systems. Written by one of the world’s most renowned experts in solar energy with over thirty years of experience in renewable and particularly solar energy applications Provides updated chapters including new sections detailing solar collectors, uncertainties in solar collector performance testing, building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), thermosiphonic systems performance prediction and solar updraft tower systems Includes a new chapter on wind energy systems Packed with reference tables and schematic diagrams for the most commonly used systems

Author : Napoleon Enteria,Aliakbar Akbarzadeh
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 694 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2013-12-10
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781138000131

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Solar Energy Sciences and Engineering Applications by Napoleon Enteria,Aliakbar Akbarzadeh Pdf

Solar energy is available all over the world in different intensities. Theoretically, the solar energy available on the surface of the earth is enough to support the energy requirements of the entire planet. However, in reality, progress and development of solar science and technology depends to a large extent on human desires and needs. This is due to the various barriers to overcome and to deal with the economics of practical utilization of solar energy. This book introduces the rapid development and progress in the field of solar energy applications for science and technology: the advancement in the field of biological processes & chemical processes; electricity production; and mechanical operations & building operations enhanced by solar energy. The volume covers bio-hydrogen production and other biological processes related to solar energy; chemical processes for the production of hydrogen from water and other endothermic processes using solar energy; the development of thermo-electric production through solar energy; the development of solar ponds for electric energy production; and the mechanical operation with solar energy; the building operation with solar energy optimization and urban planning. This book is an invaluable resource for scientists who need the scientific and technological knowledge of the wide coverage of solar energy sciences and engineering applications. This will further encourage researchers, scientists, engineers and students to stimulate the use of solar energy as an alternative energy source.

Author : Arno Smets,Klaus Jäger,Olindo Isabella,René van Swaaij,Miro Zeman
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 488 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2016-01-28
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781906860752

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Solar Energy by Arno Smets,Klaus Jäger,Olindo Isabella,René van Swaaij,Miro Zeman Pdf

This book provides a broad overview on the different aspects of solar energy, with a focus on photovoltaics, which is the technology that allows light energy to be converted into electric energy. Renewable energy sources have become increasingly popular in recent years, and solar is one of the most adaptable and attractive types – from solar farms to support the National Grid to roof panels/tiles used for solar thermal heating systems, and small solar garden lights. Written by Delft University researchers, Solar Energy uniquely covers both the physics of photovoltaic (PV) cells and the design of PV systems for real-life applications, from a concise history of solar cells components and location issues of current systems. The book is designed to make this complicated subject accessible to all, and is packed with fascinating graphs and charts, as well as useful exercises to cement the topics covered in each chapter. Solar Energy outlines the fundamental principles of semiconductor solar cells, as well as PV technology: crystalline silicon solar cells, thin-film cells, PV modules, and third-generation concepts. There is also background on PV systems, from simple stand-alone to complex systems connected to the grid. This is an invaluable reference for physics students, researchers, industrial engineers and designers working in solar energy generation, as well those with a general interest in renewable energy.

Author : Nick Jenkins,Janaka Ekanayake
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 532 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2024-03-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781009295741

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Renewable Energy Engineering by Nick Jenkins,Janaka Ekanayake Pdf

Fully updated, this edition includes new chapters on energy storage, off-grid systems and microgrids; revised coverage of wind, hydro, photovoltaic, solar thermal, marine and bioenergy; and online exercises, datasets and solutions for instructors. Quantitative, accessible and ideal for senior and graduate students across all STEM backgrounds.

Author : John A. Duffie,William A. Beckman,Nathan Blair
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 930 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2020-03-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781119540281

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Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, Photovoltaics and Wind by John A. Duffie,William A. Beckman,Nathan Blair Pdf

The bible of solar engineering that translates solar energy theory to practice, revised and updated The updated Fifth Edition of Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, Photovoltaics and Wind contains the fundamentals of solar energy and explains how we get energy from the sun. The authors—noted experts on the topic—provide an introduction to the technologies that harvest, store, and deliver solar energy, such as photovoltaics, solar heaters, and cells. The book also explores the applications of solar technologies and shows how they are applied in various sectors of the marketplace. The revised Fifth Edition offers guidance for using two key engineering software applications, Engineering Equation Solver (EES) and System Advisor Model (SAM). These applications aid in solving complex equations quickly and help with performing long-term or annual simulations. The new edition includes all-new examples, performance data, and photos of current solar energy applications. In addition, the chapter on concentrating solar power is updated and expanded. The practice problems in the Appendix are also updated, and instructors have access to an updated print Solutions Manual. This important book: • Covers all aspects of solar engineering from basic theory to the design of solar technology • Offers in-depth guidance and demonstrations of Engineering Equation Solver (EES) and System Advisor Model (SAM) software • Contains all-new examples, performance data, and photos of solar energy systems today • Includes updated simulation problems and a solutions manual for instructors Written for students and practicing professionals in power and energy industries as well as those in research and government labs, Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, Fifth Edition continues to be the leading solar engineering text and reference.

Author : D. Yogi Goswami,Frank Kreith,Jan F. Kreider
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 718 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2000-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 1560327146

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Principles of Solar Engineering, Second Edition by D. Yogi Goswami,Frank Kreith,Jan F. Kreider Pdf

This second edition of Principles of Solar Engineering covers the latest developments in a broad range of topics of interest to students and professionals interested in solar energy applications. With the scientific fundamentals included, the book covers important areas such as heating and cooling, passive solar applications, detoxification and biomass energy conversion. This comprehensive textbook provides examples of methods of solar engineering from around the world and includes examples, solutions and data applicable to international solar energy issues. A solutions manual is available to qualified instructors.

Author : Anne Labouret,Michel Villoz
Publisher : IET
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2010-12-17
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781849191548

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Solar Photovoltaic Energy by Anne Labouret,Michel Villoz Pdf

Providing designers, installers and managers with the tools and methods for the effective writing of technical reports and the ability to calculate, install and maintain the necessary components of photovoltaic energy.

Author : Andy Walker
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2013-08-07
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781118416549

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Solar Energy by Andy Walker Pdf

Solar Energy is an authoritative reference on the design of solar energy systems in building projects, with applications, operating principles, and simple tools for the construction, engineering, and design professional. The book simplifies the solar design and engineering process, providing sample documentation and special tools that provide all the information needed for the complete design of a solar energy system for buildings to enable mainstream MEP and design firms, and not just solar energy specialists, to meet the growing demand for solar energy systems in building projects.

Author : Trevor M. Letcher,Vasilis M. Fthenakis
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 540 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2018-05-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128114803

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A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Energy Systems by Trevor M. Letcher,Vasilis M. Fthenakis Pdf

A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Energy Systems: With Special Focus on Photovoltaic Systems, the most advanced and research focused text on all aspects of solar energy engineering, is a must have edition on the present state of solar technology, integration and worldwide distribution. In addition, the book provides a high-level assessment of the growth trends in photovoltaics and how investment, planning and economic infrastructure can support those innovations. Each chapter includes a research overview with a detailed analysis and new case studies that look at how recent research developments can be applied. Written by some of the most forward-thinking professionals, this book is an invaluable reference for engineers. Contains analysis of the latest high-level research and explores real world application potential in relation to developments Uses system international (SI) units and imperial units throughout to appeal to global engineers Offers measurable data written by a world expert in the field on the latest developments in this fast moving and vital subject

Author : Emmanuel D. Rogdakis , Irene P. Koronaki
Publisher : Bentham Science Publishers
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2018-11-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781681087191

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Renewable Energy Engineering: Solar, Wind, Biomass, Hydrogen and Geothermal Energy Systems by Emmanuel D. Rogdakis , Irene P. Koronaki Pdf

Researchers, politicians and lay persons around the world agree that renewable energy technologies will play an increasingly important role in strengthening national economies in the future. The renewable energy industry has the potential to significantly increase power capacity of several countries and subsequently create many jobs. This book examines recent advances in specific renewable energy systems. Readers will learn about theoretical and applied perspectives which are key to addressing the major issues associated with such systems. Chapters cover solar energy systems, thermal energy storage, bioenergy, hydrogen production, geothermal energy and measurement techniques for these energy systems. Students in engineering programs, and engineers working in academia and the renewable energy sector will be able to broaden their understanding of complex renewable energy projects through the comprehensive overview of both the fundamental concepts and the technical issues covered in the text.

Author : Jui Sheng Hsieh
Publisher : Prentice Hall
Page : 586 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : UOM:39015009845044

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Solar Energy Engineering by Jui Sheng Hsieh Pdf

Author : John A. Duffie,William A. Beckman
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 936 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2013-04-15
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780470873663

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Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes by John A. Duffie,William A. Beckman Pdf

The updated fourth edition of the "bible" of solar energy theory and applications Over several editions, Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes has become a classic solar engineering text and reference. This revised Fourth Edition offers current coverage of solar energy theory, systems design, and applications in different market sectors along with an emphasis on solar system design and analysis using simulations to help readers translate theory into practice. An important resource for students of solar engineering, solar energy, and alternative energy as well as professionals working in the power and energy industry or related fields, Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, Fourth Edition features: Increased coverage of leading-edge topics such as photovoltaics and the design of solar cells and heaters A brand-new chapter on applying CombiSys (a readymade TRNSYS simulation program available for free download) to simulate a solar heated house with solar- heated domestic hot water Additional simulation problems available through a companion website An extensive array of homework problems and exercises

Author : Soteris Kalogirou
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 760 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Science
ISBN : 0123745012

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Solar Energy Engineering by Soteris Kalogirou Pdf

Energy policy promoting sustainable development is transforming global energy markets. Solar power, the most abundant of all renewable resources, is crucial to greater achieving energy security and sustainability. This new edition of Solar Energy Engineering: Processes and Systems from Prof. Soteris Kalogirou, a renowned expert with over thirty years of experience in renewable energy systems and applications, includes revised and updated chapters on all areas of solar energy engineering from the fundamentals to the highest level of current research. The book includes high interest topics such as solar collectors, solar water heating, solar space heating and cooling, industrial process heat, solar desalination, photovoltaic technology, solar thermal power systems, modeling of solar energy systems and includes a new chapter on wind energy systems. As solar energy's vast potential environmental and socioeconomic benefits are broadly recognized, the second edition of Solar Energy Engineering: Processes and Systems will provide professionals and students with a resource on the basic principles and applications of solar energy systems and processes and can be used as a reference guide to practicing engineers who want to understand how solar systems operate and how to design the systems. Written by one of the world's most renowned experts in solar energy with over thirty years of experience in renewable and particularly solar energy applications Provides updated chapters including new sections detailing solar collectors, uncertainties in solar collector performance testing, building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), thermosiphonic systems performance prediction and solar updraft tower systems Includes a new chapter on wind energy systems Packed with reference tables and schematic diagrams for the most commonly used systems