Thermodynamics Of Energy Conversion And Transport

Author : Stanislaw Sieniutycz,Alexis De Vos
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 355 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461212867

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Thermodynamics of Energy Conversion and Transport by Stanislaw Sieniutycz,Alexis De Vos Pdf

Scientists and engineers are nowadays faced with the problem of optimizing complex systems subject to constraints from, ecology, economics, and thermodynamics. It is chiefly to the last of these that this volume is addressed. Intended for physicists, chemists, and engineers, the book uses examples from solar, thermal, mechanical, chemical, and environmental engineering to focus on the use of thermodynamic criteria for optimizing energy conversion and transmission. The early chapters centre on solar energy conversion, the second section discusses the transfer and conversion of chemical energy, while the concluding chapters deal with geometric methods in thermodynamics.

Author : Gang Chen
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 570 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2005-03-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 0199774684

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Nanoscale Energy Transport and Conversion by Gang Chen Pdf

This is a graduate level textbook in nanoscale heat transfer and energy conversion that can also be used as a reference for researchers in the developing field of nanoengineering. It provides a comprehensive overview of microscale heat transfer, focusing on thermal energy storage and transport. Chen broadens the readership by incorporating results from related disciplines, from the point of view of thermal energy storage and transport, and presents related topics on the transport of electrons, phonons, photons, and molecules. This book is part of the MIT-Pappalardo Series in Mechanical Engineering.

Author : Alexis De Vos
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2008-03-24
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 352740841X

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Thermodynamics of Solar Energy Conversion by Alexis De Vos Pdf

An excellent and unique generalized introduction to the fundamental principles of future solar energy systems, based on good and consistent physics. In describing the various conversions, the author makes use of endoreversible thermodynamics - a subset of irreversible thermodynamics. In this way, readers are supplied with the information to enable them to calculate the explicit values for a broad class of processes. Throughout, general principles are illustrated using idealized models, and end-of-chapter technological examples are merely presented so as to compare reality with theory. As such, no more than an undergraduate level of physics knowledge is assumed, together with a familiarity with SI units, and no differential equations are used.

Author : Henning Struchtrup
Publisher : Springer
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2024-07-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 3031605551

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Thermodynamics and Energy Conversion by Henning Struchtrup Pdf

This comprehensive textbook covers engineering thermodynamics from beginner to advanced level. The presentation is concise, with material for about three full-term university courses on 700 pages, without compromising breadth or depth. First and second law of thermodynamics are developed from everyday observations with accessible and rational arguments. The laws of thermodynamics are applied to a multitude of systems and processes, from simple equilibration processes, over steam and gas power cycles, refrigerators and heat pumps, to chemical systems including fuel cells. Entropy and the second law are emphasized throughout, with focus on irreversible processes and work loss. Insightful development of theory is accompanied by detailed solutions of example problems, which teach the required technical skills while giving insight into the multitude of thermodynamic processes and applications. About 550 end-of-chapter problems highlight all important concepts and processes.

Author : Henning Struchtrup
Publisher : Springer
Page : 597 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2014-07-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783662437155

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Thermodynamics and Energy Conversion by Henning Struchtrup Pdf

This textbook gives a thorough treatment of engineering thermodynamics with applications to classical and modern energy conversion devices. Some emphasis lies on the description of irreversible processes, such as friction, heat transfer and mixing and the evaluation of the related work losses. Better use of resources requires high efficiencies therefore the reduction of irreversible losses should be seen as one of the main goals of a thermal engineer. This book provides the necessary tools. Topics include: car and aircraft engines, including Otto, Diesel and Atkinson cycles, by-pass turbofan engines, ramjet and scramjet; steam and gas power plants, including advanced regenerative systems, solar tower and compressed air energy storage; mixing and separation, including reverse osmosis, osmotic power plants and carbon sequestration; phase equilibrium and chemical equilibrium, distillation, chemical reactors, combustion processes and fuel cells; the microscopic definition of entropy. The book includes about 300 end-of-chapter problems for homework assignments and exams. The material presented suffices for two or three full-term courses on thermodynamics and energy conversion.

Author : D. Yogi Goswami,Frank Kreith
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 1193 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2017-07-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781466584839

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Energy Conversion by D. Yogi Goswami,Frank Kreith Pdf

This handbook surveys the range of methods and fuel types used in generating energy for industry, transportation, and heating and cooling of buildings. Solar, wind, biomass, nuclear, geothermal, ocean and fossil fuels are discussed and compared, and the thermodynamics of energy conversion is explained. Appendices are provided with fully updated data. Thoroughly revised, this second edition surveys the latest advances in energy conversion from a wide variety of currently available energy sources. It describes energy sources such as fossil fuels, biomass (including refuse-derived biomass fuels), nuclear, solar radiation, wind, geothermal, and ocean, then provides the terminology and units used for each energy resource and their equivalence. It includes an overview of the steam power cycles, gas turbines, internal combustion engines, hydraulic turbines, Stirling engines, advanced fossil fuel power systems, and combined-cycle power plants. It outlines the development, current use, and future of nuclear power.

Author : Gang Chen (PhD)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2023
Category : Heat
ISBN : 0197732437

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Nanoscale Energy Transport and Conversion by Gang Chen (PhD) Pdf

Gang Chen provides an overview of microscale heat transfer, focusing on thermal energy storage and transport. He also presents related topics on the transport of electrons, phonons, photons and molecules and is part of the 'MIT-Pappalardo' series in mechanical engineering.

Author : Thomas Christen
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2018-10-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780429845253

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Efficiency and Power in Energy Conversion and Storage by Thomas Christen Pdf

This book provides fundamental theoretical concepts for the understanding, the modelling, and the optimisation of energy conversion and storage devices. The discussion is based on the general footing of efficiency-power relations and energy-power relations (Ragone plots). Efficiency and Power in Energy Conversion and Storage: Basic Physical Concepts, is written for engineers and scientists with a bachelor-degree level of knowledge in physics. It contains: An introductory motivation of the topic A review on equilibrium thermodynamics A primer to linear non-equilibrium thermodynamics and irreversible processes An introduction to endo-reversible thermodynamics The basics on the theory of Ragone plots Derivations of efficiency-power relations or Ragone plots for illustrative examples like heat engines, batteries, capacitors, kinetic energy storage devices, solar power, photodiodes, electro-motors, transformers, and flow turbines An excursion to impedance matching and the optimization of technical devices with respect to economic and related objectives

Author : John R. Tyldesley
Publisher : Longman Publishing Group
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Power (Mechanics)
ISBN : 058244067X

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An Introduction to Applied Thermodynamics and Energy Conversion by John R. Tyldesley Pdf

Author : V. Kadambi,Prasad Manohar
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1970
Category : Power (Mechanics)
ISBN : 0470509252

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An Introduction to Energy Conversion: Energy conversion cycles by V. Kadambi,Prasad Manohar Pdf

Author : Stanislaw Sieniutycz
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 738 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2016-05-20
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780128093399

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Thermodynamic Approaches in Engineering Systems by Stanislaw Sieniutycz Pdf

Thermodynamic Approaches in Engineering Systems responds to the need for a synthesizing volume that throws light upon the extensive field of thermodynamics from a chemical engineering perspective that applies basic ideas and key results from the field to chemical engineering problems. This book outlines and interprets the most valuable achievements in applied non-equilibrium thermodynamics obtained within the recent fifty years. It synthesizes nontrivial achievements of thermodynamics in important branches of chemical and biochemical engineering. Readers will gain an update on what has been achieved, what new research problems could be stated, and what kind of further studies should be developed within specialized research. Presents clearly structured chapters beginning with an introduction, elaboration of the process, and results summarized in a conclusion Written by a first-class expert in the field of advanced methods in thermodynamics Provides a synthesis of recent thermodynamic developments in practical systems Presents very elaborate literature discussions from the past fifty years

Author : V. Kadambi,Manohar Prasad
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1970
Category : Power (Mechanics)
ISBN : STANFORD:36105000613245

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An Introduction to Energy Conversion: Energy conversion cycles by V. Kadambi,Manohar Prasad Pdf

Author : Yasar Demirel,Vincent Gerbaud
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 880 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2018-11-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780444641137

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Nonequilibrium Thermodynamics by Yasar Demirel,Vincent Gerbaud Pdf

Nonequilibrium Thermodynamics: Transport and Rate Processes in Physical, Chemical and Biological Systems, Fourth Edition emphasizes the unifying role of thermodynamics in analyzing natural phenomena. This updated edition expands on the third edition by focusing on the general balance equations for coupled processes of physical, chemical and biological systems. Updates include stochastic approaches, self-organization criticality, ecosystems, mesoscopic thermodynamics, constructual law, quantum thermodynamics, fluctuation theory, information theory, and modeling the coupled biochemical systems. The book also emphasizes nonequilibrium thermodynamics tools, such as fluctuation theories, mesoscopic thermodynamic analysis, information theories, and quantum thermodynamics in describing and designing small scale systems. Provides a useful text for seniors and graduate students from diverse engineering and science programs Highlights the fundamentals of equilibrium thermodynamics, transport processes and chemical reactions Expands the theory of nonequilibrium thermodynamics and its use in coupled transport processes and chemical reactions in physical, chemical and biological systems Presents a unified analysis for transport and rate processes in various time and space scales Discusses stochastic approaches in thermodynamic analysis, including fluctuation and information theories, mesoscopic nonequilibrium thermodynamics, constructal law and quantum thermodynamics

Author : Henning Struchtup
Publisher : Springer
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2024-10-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 303161867X

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A Thermodynamic Introduction to Transport Phenomena by Henning Struchtup Pdf

This book presents material for a one semester course on Transport Phenomena for senior undergraduate and graduate students in engineering and applied sciences. The study of Transport Phenomena provides the common ground and explores the connections between Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, and Heat and Mass Transfer, thus giving a sound foundation for all transport equations in the broader area of Thermofluids. The chosen approach highlights the importance of Nonequilibrium Thermodynamics, particularly the second law of thermodynamics, for the development of stable transport equations—global and local balance laws for mass, momentum, energy and entropy— for thermofluidic systems. The study of transport processes through solutions of the equations considers mostly simple materials in simple geometries to allow for analytical solutions. This accessible approach emphasizes the general understanding of Transport Phenomena, visualizes the interplay between the different branches of Thermofluids, and thus enhances the understanding of each field, as well as their interconnections. The material covers classical subjects such as Navier-Stokes-Fourier equations, wave propagation and diffusion, shocks and flames, and includes discussions of nonequilibrium interfaces and extended thermodynamics. Irreversible losses due to entropy generation are highlighted throughout, emphasizing the link to thermodynamics and energy systems. About 140 end-of-chapter problems of varied length and difficulty teach the required technical skills while giving further insight into the multitude of Transport Phenomena. This text will be replaced with the correct one as soon as we get it.

Author : Bolin Liao
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Energy conversion
ISBN : 0750317388

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Nanoscale Energy Transport by Bolin Liao Pdf

This book brings together leading names in the field of nanoscale energy transport to provide a comprehensive and insightful review of this developing topic. The text covers new developments in the scientific basis and the practical relevance of nanoscale energy transport, highlighting the emerging effects at the nanoscale that qualitatively differ from those at the macroscopic scale. Throughout the book, microscopic energy carriers are discussed, including photons, electrons and magnons. State-of-the-art computational and experimental nanoscale energy transport methods are reviewed, and a broad range of materials system topics are considered, from interfaces and molecular junctions to nanostructured bulk materials. Nanoscale Energy Transport is a valuable reference for researchers in physics, materials, mechanical and electrical engineering, and it provides an excellent resource for graduate students.