Considered as particularly difficult by generations of students and engineers, thermodynamics applied to energy systems can now be taught with an original instruction method. Energy Systems applies a completely different approach to the calculation, application and theory of multiple energy conversion technologies. It aims to create the reader’s foundation for understanding and applying the design principles to all kinds of energy cycles, including renewable energy. Proven to be simpler and more reflective than existing methods, it deals with energy system modeling, instead of the thermodynamic foundations, as the primary objective. Although its style is drastically different from other textbooks, no concession is made to coverage: with encouraging pace, the complete range from basic thermodynamics to the most advanced energy systems is addressed.
This volume is intended as a textbook for courses in applied thermodynamics, energy systems, energy conversion and thermal engineering taken by senior undergraduate and graduate-level students in mechanical, energy, chemical and petroleum engineering. Students should already have taken a first-year course in thermodynamics. The refreshing approach and exceptionally rich coverage make it a great reference tool for researchers and professionals as well.
General Introduction
Part 1 : A New Educational Paradigm
Chapter 1 : Components
Chapter 2 : Functions and Reference Processes
Chapter 3 : Modeling of Simple Cycles in Thermodynamics Charts and Thermoptim
Part 2 : Combustion and Heat Exchangers
Chapter 4 : Steam Systems Components
Chapter 5 : Second Law
Chapter 6 : Entropy
Chapter 7 : Exergy
Chapter 8 : Optimization by Thermal Integration (Pinch Method)
Part 3 : Variants of Steam Power Plants
Chapter 9 : Conventional Internal Combustion Engines
Chapter 10 : Combined Cycle
Chapter 11 : Cogeneration or Chp
Chapter 12 : Compression Refigeration Cycles
Chapter 13 : Thermodynamics of Moist Mixtures and Air Conditioning
Chapter 14 : Liquid Adsorption Refigeration Cycles
Chapter 15 : Liquid Adsorption Refigeration Cycles
Part 4 : Advanced Gas Turbines Cycles
Chapter 16 : Stirling
Chapter 17 : Future Nuclear Reactor and Oxyfuel Cycles
Chapter 18 : New and Renewable Thermal Energy Cycles
Chapter 19 : Evaporation
Chapter 20 : Mechanical Vapor Compression
Chapter 21 : Desalination
Chapter 22 : Drying by Hot Gas
Chapter 23 : Electrochemical Converters: Fuel Cells and Electrolysers
General Conclusion
Index
