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Blue Rock Station LLC Understanding Photovoltaics 9th edition
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Raw Materials for Future Energy Supply
Book SynopsisThis is the first book that analyses the future raw materials supply from the demand side of a society that chiefly relies on renewable energies, which is of great significance for us all. It addresses primary and secondary resources and substitution, not only from technical but also socioeconomic and ethical points of view.The “Energiewende” (Energy Transition) will change our consumption of natural resources significantly. When in future our energy requirements will be covered mostly by wind, solar power and biomass, we will need less coal, oil and natural gas. However, the consumption of minerals, especially metallic resources, will increase to build wind generators, solar panels or energy storage facilities. Besides e.g. copper, nickel or cobalt, rare earth elements and other high-tech elements will be increasingly used. With regard to primary metals, Germany is 100 % import dependent; only secondary material is produced within Germany. Though sufficient geological primary resources exist worldwide, their availability on the market is crucial. The future supply of the market is dependent on the development of prices, the transparency of the market and the question of social and ethical standards in the raw materials industry, as well as the social license to operate, which especially applies to mining. The book offers a valuable resource for everyone interested in the future raw material supply of our way of life, which will involve more and more renewable energies.Table of ContentsGrundlagen.- Rohstoffversorgung und Einflüsse der Weltwirtschaft.- Aktuelle Rohstoffsituation – ein Überblick.- Entwicklung des Rohstoffbedarfs des Energiesystems.-
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Designing Sustainable Energy for All: Sustainable Product-Service System Design Applied to Distributed Renewable Energy
Book SynopsisThis open access book addresses the issue of diffusing sustainable energy access inlow- and middle-income contexts.Access to energy is one of the greatest challenges for many people living in low-income and developing contexts, as around 1.4 billion people lack access to electricity.Distributed Renewable Energy systems (DRE) are considered a promising approachto address this challenge and provide energy access to all. However, even if promising,the implementation of DRE systems is not always straightforward.The book analyses, discusses and classifies the promising Sustainable Product-ServiceSystem (S.PSS) business models to deliver Distributed Renewable Energy systems in aneffective, efficient and sustainable way. Its message is supported with cases studies andexamples, discussing the economic, environmental and socioethical benefits as wellas its limitations and barriers to its implementation. An innovative design approach isproposed and a set of design tools are supplied, enabling readers to create and developSustainable Product-Service System (S.PSS) solutions to deliver Distributed RenewableEnergy systems.Practical applications of the book’s design approach and tools by companies andpractitioners are discussed and the book will be of interest to readers in design, industry,governmental institutions, NGOs as well as researchers.Table of ContentsPART I – Sustainable Energy for All (SE4A).- 1. Energy and Sustainable Development.- 2. Distributed Renewable Energies.- 3. Sustainable Product-Service System.- 4. Sustainable Product-Service System applied to Distributed Renewable Energies.- PART II – Design for Sustainable Energy for All.- 5. Design for Sustainability.- 6. Human-Centred Design and Universal Design.- 7. System Design for Sustainable Energy for All (SD4SEA).- PART III – Method for System Design for Sustainable Energy.- 8. Method for SD4SEA.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Carbon Management for a Sustainable Environment
Book SynopsisThis textbook presents students with a systematic approach for the quantification and management of greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) and provides best practices for optimal carbon management and quantification. The book begins with an overview of climate change basics and goes on to discuss carbon footprint measurements, carbon management concepts, and concludes by presenting carbon reduction solutions with applications for green buildings, smart transportation, waste management, and carbon trading and offsetting. The author provides practical examples and carbon management models that support innovative reduction solutions and presents a roadmap for the implementation and development of carbon management strategies, making it a useful resource for both upper undergraduate and graduate students as well as practitioners seeking a comprehensive framework to conduct carbon management. Table of ContentsClimate Change Basics.- Carbon footprint measurement.- Carbon trading and offsetting.- Carbon management concepts.- Total carbon management.- Carbon management maturity model.- Innovation solutions.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Sustainable Energy and Green Finance for a Low-carbon Economy: Perspectives from the Greater Bay Area of China
Book SynopsisThe book provides readers with essential insights into key issues in connection with planning, developing and financing sustainable energy projects in China that are relevant for practitioners, investors and developers involved in the emerging sustainable energy sector. It offers readers a deeper understanding of these contemporary issues by drawing on the lessons learned in real-world sustainable energy and green finance development activities in China, which are driven by central planning and policy implementation and complemented by investments and finances from public-private partnerships. Table of ContentsDevelopment of the sustainable energy in the Greater Bay Area of China: Policy and planning perspectives.- Renewable and sustainable energy through the power generating sector.- Carbon trade in Guangdong: Opportunities and Challenges.- A comprehensive framework for green financing in the Greater Bay Area.- Domestic Green financing strategies through the Stock Exchange of Shenzhen.- International Green financing strategies: Hong Kong.- Green credit for renewal of energy facilities: Cases with ADB.- Sustainable energy through smart buildings.- Utility perspectives about financing renewable and sustainable energy projects.- Electric vehicles for the Greater Bay Area.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Probabilistic Reliability Analysis of Power Systems: A Student’s Introduction
Book SynopsisThis textbook provides an introduction to probabilistic reliability analysis of power systems. It discusses a range of probabilistic methods used in reliability modelling of power system components, small systems and large systems. It also presents the benefits of probabilistic methods for modelling renewable energy sources. The textbook describes real-life studies, discussing practical examples and providing interesting problems, teaching students the methods in a thorough and hands-on way.The textbook has chapters dedicated to reliability models for components (reliability functions, component life cycle, two-state Markov model, stress-strength model), small systems (reliability networks, Markov models, fault/event tree analysis) and large systems (generation adequacy, state enumeration, Monte-Carlo simulation). Moreover, it contains chapters about probabilistic optimal power flow, the reliability of underground cables and cyber-physical power systems.After reading this book, engineering students will be able to apply various methods to model the reliability of power system components, smaller and larger systems. The textbook will be accessible to power engineering students, as well as students from mathematics, computer science, physics, mechanical engineering, policy & management, and will allow them to apply reliability analysis methods to their own areas of expertise.Table of ContentsIntroduction.- Power System Failures.- Reliability Models of Components.- Reliability Models of Small Systems.- Reliability Models of Large Systems.- Probabilistic Optimal Power Flow.- Conclusion.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Urban Microclimate Modelling for Comfort and
Book SynopsisThis book discusses urban microclimate and heat-related risks in urban areas, brought on by the combination of global climate change effects and local modification of climate determined by extensive urbanization such as the ‘Urban heat island’ phenomenon. This matter is relevant to almost all urbanized areas in the world, where the increase of urban population and air temperature is expected to endanger both the overall health of the population and the energy supply for the functioning of urban systems. The book details the inter-relationship between urban morphology, microclimate and building energy performance and presents a multidisciplinary approach that brings together Urban Climatology, Engineering and Architectural knowledge to support the development of reliable models and tools for research and practice. This book is a useful tool for architects and building energy modelers, urban planners and geographers who need a practical guide to realize basic urban microclimate simulation for use in both academic research and planning practice.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Introduction: Anthropocene or Urbanocene? .- Part 1. Urban climate and sustainability: energy performance and thermal comfort in cities .- Chapter 2. The city as a complex thermodynamic system.- Chapter 3. The energetic basis of the urban heat island.- Chapter 4. Outdoor thermal comfort.- Chapter 5. Energy implications of urban microclimate in high latitudes.- Chapter 6. Climate and Energy performance of Mediterranean compact cities.- Chapter 7. Enhancing energy performance and comfort of built environment in tropical climates.- Chapter 8. Urban thermal comfort in arid climates.- Chapter 9. Integrating urban climate knowledge: The need for a new knowledge infrastructure to support climate responsive urbanism.- Part 2. Urban climate modelling and simulation: physics and tools.- Chapter 10. Air circulation in urban areas.- Chapter 11. The coupling of the weather research and forecasting model with the urban canopy models for climate simulations.- Chapter 12. The Urban Weather Generator model: Physics-based microclimate simulation for performance-oriented urban planning.- Chapter 13. The Solene-microclimate model: potentiality for comfort and energy studies.- Chapter 14. Comparing ENVI-met and Grasshopper modelling strategies to assess local climates and urban heat island effect.- Chapter 15. Urban microclimate and building energy simulation coupling techniques.- Chapter 16. RayMan and SkyHelios model.- Chapter 17. A methodology for assessing the impact of climate change on building energy consumption.- Part 3. Applying urban climate modelling in policy, planning and design: case studies.- Chapter 18. Spatial metrics to investigate the impact of urban form on microclimate and building energy performance: an essential overview.- Chapter 19. Green infrastructures to mitigate extreme temperatures in cities.- Chapter 20. Urban morphology as a mitigation strategy of urban warming in oasis cities of arid regions.- Chapter 21. Human biometeorogical models – existing and future reflections for Lisbon.- Chapter 22. Impact of local urban climate on building energy performance: case studies in Mendoza, Argentina.- Chapter 23. Green infrastructure to reduce the energy demand of cities.- Chapter 24. Cool materials for passive cooling in buildings.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Building Renovation: How to Retrofit and Reuse Existing Buildings to Save Energy and Respond to New Needs
Book SynopsisThis book reviews the building renovation process by systematizing the phases of analysis and prior knowledge through a project that not only considers energy savings but also thoroughly examines complex issues, such as defining the correct new functions and answers to new needs. The urgency of climate change and the many problems associated with the excessive use of energy are forcing a reorganization of the renovation process with an interest in reusing existing buildings with a more sustainable approach. The adaptive transformation of old buildings has become a dominant theme in many urban renewal projects. It must necessarily include strategies for energy efficiency, reduced pollutant emissions, improved environmental performance, economic sustainability and cultural identity. The examples selected are intended to provide evidence of good practices in the review and transformation of old buildings.Table of ContentsBuilding Renovation Opportunity.- Building Renovation Process.- Building Adaptive Reuse.- Industrial Heritage: sustainable adaptive reuse.- Building Technical Upgrade.- Energy Retrofit of Suburban Districts: an opportunity for social regeneration.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Economics of Power Systems: Fundamentals for
Book SynopsisIn order to manage the transition towards a sustainable future electricity system, an in-depth understanding of the key technological, economic, environmental and societal drivers for electricity markets is required. Suitable for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, this textbook provides an overview of these drivers and introduces readers to major economic models and empirical evidence for the study of electricity markets and systems. Readers will learn about electricity generation, demand, transport, and storage, as well as the fundamentals of grid and electricity markets in Europe. By introducing them to state-of-the-art models from operations research and economics, the book provides a solid basis for analytical insights and numerical modeling. Furthermore, the book discusses the policy instruments and design choices for electricity market regulation and sustainable power system development, as well as the current challenges for smart energy systems.Table of ContentsIntroduction.- Fundamentals of Energy and Power Systems.- Energy Demand.- Electricity Generation and Operational Planning.- Electricity Transport and Storage.- Regulation: Grids and Environment.- Simple Electricity Market Equilibrium Models.- Markets: Organisation, Trading and Efficiency.- Imperfect Competition and Market Power.- Electricity Markets in Europe.- Valuing Flexibilities in Power Systems as Optionalities.- Moving Towards Sustainable Electricity Systems.
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Springer EAI International Conference on Renewable Energy and Sustainable Manufacturing
Book SynopsisIntroduction.- Renewable energy.- Materials science for sustainable manufacturing.- Smart Manufacturing and sustainability.- Data and sustainable computing.- Advanced material processing and additive manufacturing.- Conclusion.
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Springer Energy Rationality and Management for Decarbonization
Book SynopsisEnergy Efficiency and Management.- Energy Rationality and Environment.- Exergy and Entropy-Based Approaches.- Technological Transition of Green Growth.- Sectorial Decarbonization and Sustainability.
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Springer Energy Systems Integration for MultiEnergy Systems
Book SynopsisPart 1: Introduction to Energy Systems Integration.- Part 2: Demand Response.- Part 3: Water-Energy-Food Nexus.- Part 4: Storage and Hydrogen.- Part 5: Energy Communities.- Part 6: Offshore and Wind Farms.- Part 7: Electric Vehicles and Transportation.- Part 8: Applications.
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Springer Challenges and Solutions in the Hydrogen Value Chain
Book SynopsisChapter 1. Considerations for a scalable business model for clean hydrogen.- Chapter 2. Public transit zero emissions busapplications: battery and electric bus comparison in a Canadian case study.- Chapter 3. Sustainable Electrocatalyst for PEM Water Electrolyzers.- Chapter 4. The concept of electrochemical hydrogen compression and purification technology.- Chapter 5. The role of hydrogen in energy system: state of art and future prospects.
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Springer Anaerobic Digestion
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Springer Sustainable Synergy A Digital Framework for the
Book SynopsisChapter 1: General Introduction.- Chapter 2: General Description of WEF resources.- Chapter 3: Theories underpinning WEF nexus.- Chapter 4: Theoretical Frameworks of WEF nexus.- Chapter 5: Gaps in WEF nexus.- Chapter 6: WEF Nexus in South Africa.- Chapter 7: WEF Resources Nexus in Developing Economies.- Chapter 8: Role of Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in WEF management.- Chapter 9: Application of Digital Technologies in WEF nexus.- Chapter 10: Conceptual Framework for WEF nexus.- Chapter 11: Validation of Sustainable Project Delivery Framework for WEF Nexus.- Chapter 12: WEF Nexus Project Sustainability.- Chapter 13: Conclusions and Recommendations.
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Springer Hydrogen Production from Seawater Electrolysis
Book SynopsisIntroduction.- Principles and mechanisms of seawater electrolysis.- Electrocatalyst design for hydrogen evolution reaction.- Electrocatalyst design for oxygen evolution reaction.- Electrocatalyst design for chlorine evolution reaction.- Conclusion and future perspectives.
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Springer Accelerating Sustainable Aviation Initiatives
Book SynopsisCompetition Over Three Generations of Jet Airliners.- Seamless Air Traffic Compatibility and Operations Worldwide.- Evolution of the Chinese Aircraft Industry.- Boeing Middle of the Market Aircraft Prospects.- Comparison Pre- and Post-Covid Pandemic Airline Operations.- Effects of Covid-19 on Airlines, Industry, and Aeronautical Services.- Strategies and Economics of Decarbonization of Aviation by 2050.- Attracting Young Talent to Aeronautics Versus Other Employers.- Women and the Broadening of Skills and Workspace in Aerospace.- Key Findings and Actions as Challenges for Future Aviation.
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Springer Technological Advancements and Future Directions in Green Energy
Book SynopsisPreface.- Wind Power Generation.- Geothermal Energy, Wave, and Tidal Energy.- Solar Energy Technology and Photovoltaic Power Generation.- Renewable Energy Systems.- Green Energy Consumption.
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Springer Sustainable Aviation Fuels
Book SynopsisIntroduction to Green Aviation Fuel: A Sustainable Driver for Next Generation.- Major Resources for Green Aviation Fuels Production, Challenges, and Opportunities.- Conversion Technologies for Green Aviation Fuel.- Lignocellulosic Biomass to Sustainable Aviation Fuel.- Microalgae: Next-generation Feedstock for Sustainable Aviation Fuel.- Hydroprocessing of Liquid Biomass to Drop-in Green Aviation Fuel.- Fischer-Tropsch Conversion of Agricultural and Municipal Waste Into Alternative Jet Fuel.- Advanced Biorefineries to Produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel.- Renewable Additives for Sustainable Aviation Fuel.- Performance, Combustion, and Emissions From Green Aviation Fuel.- Techno-economic and Life Cycle Assessment of Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production.- Sustainable Aviation Fuel: A Future Outlook.
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Springer OffGrid Electrical Systems in Developing Countries
Book SynopsisEnergy Development.- Development of Fundamentals.- Grid Extension.- Off-Grid Systems.- Control of Off-Grid Systems.- Control of Off-Grid Systems.- Off-Grid Design Approaches.- Solar Home Systems & Solar Lanterns.- Economic and Business Considerations.- Practical Considerations.- Grid Connected Issues.- Case Studies.
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Springer Waste Flows Generated by the Energy Transition
Book SynopsisChapter 1. Introduction: Recycling to Support the Energy Transition.- Chapter 2. Lithium-ion Batteries.- Chapter 3. Electric Motors.- Chapter 4. Wind Turbine Blades.- Chapter 5. Photovoltaic Panels.
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Springer Congress on Research Development and Innovation in Renewable Energies
Book SynopsisPreface.- Organization Committee.- Biomass Energy. - Hydraulic Energy.- Hydrogen Energy.- Photovoltaic Energy.- Wind Energy.- Other Energy Sources.- Energy Applications.
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Springer Analytical Techniques and Methods for Biomass
Book SynopsisThe Use of Analytical Chemistry to Understand Biomass.- Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis of Lignins from Different Sources and Isolation Methods for an Application as a Biobased Chemical Resource and Polymeric Material.- Analyses of Biomass Fibers by XRD, FT-IR, and NIR.- Molecular Properties and Functions of Humic Substances and Humic-Like Substances (HULIS) from Biomass and Their Transformation Products.- Mass Spectrometry for Metabolomics and Biomass Composition Analyses.- Analyses of Biomass Products by Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy.- Microscopy Applied In Biomass Characterization.- Analytical Strategies Using Chromatographic Methodologies to Analyze Lignocellulosic Feedstocks and their Value-Added Compounds in Biorefinery Processes.- Chemical Analysis and Characterization of Biomass for Biorefineries.- Green Analytical Chemistry for Biomass and their Products.- Analytical Chemistry for Sustainability Measurements.- Analytics for Renewable Hydrogen.- NMR-Based Metabolomics for Plant Biomass Analysis.
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Springer Sustainable and Emerging Energy Technology
Book SynopsisCh 1: Research Progress on Improving Anaerobic Digestion Efficiency of Kitchen Waste in Biogas Power Generation.- Ch 2: Characterization and Simulation of the Biomass Pretreatment Procedures.- Ch 3: Sustainable Biomass Conversion to Biofuel: Recyclable Nanoporous Lignin-derived Cryogel Incorporated with H3PW12O40 - Nb2O5 for Levulinic Acid Production.- Ch 4: Application research of hydrogen production and water treatment based on photothermal catalyst.- Ch 5: Impact of Phase Change Materials on Temperature Regulation in Passive Cooling Systems.- Ch 6: Integrated Optimization of Staggered-Arranged Air-Cooled Battery Thermal Management Systems Using CFD and Evolutionary Algorithm.- Ch 7: Optimal Control of LNG-Fueled Hybrid Electric Ship.- Ch 8: Measuring the Efficiencies of Energy and Carbon Emissions for Metro Transportation Systems.- Ch 9: Impedance characterization and control switching of active distribution networks accounting for resistive components.- Ch 10: A Limited-data-based Power and Energy Demand Profile Modelling of an Electric Vehicle Fleet Charging Station.- Ch 11: High-Frequency Characteristics of Power Transformers: Analyzing the Impact on Harmonic Filtering Performance.- Ch 12: Modeling the Impact of Local Climate Projections on CO2 Emissions from Vegetation: Application on Five European Case Studies.- Ch 13: Exploring the Influence of Wind on Wildfire Behavior in China: A Data-Driven Study Using Machine Learning and Remote Sensing.- Ch 14: An AI-powered Simulation and Optimisation Framework for Energy Infrastructure Investment to Achieve Pareto Optimum Solutions.- Ch 15: Systematic Literature Review on Sustainable and Wildfire Risk Indicators in Biomass and Residual Biomass Supply Chain Optimization.- Ch 16: Energy System Optimisation for a Magnetite Iron Ore Processing Plant in Midwest Australia.
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Springer Energy Management Volume One
Book SynopsisEnergy Systems and Applications.- Energy Efficiency and Management.- Energy Exergy and Environment.- Renewable and Waste Energy Systems and Power Technologies.- Green Technology and Applications.
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Springer Ocean Wave Energy Technology
Book Synopsis1. Wave Energy Fundamentals and Calculation.- 2. Boundary Element Methods.- 3. Wave Energy Converter Principles and Geometry Design.- 4. Layout Design Characteristics and Cost Evaluation.- 5. Power Take-Off Control of WECs.
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Springer Climate Action Leaders
Book SynopsisResponding to the Crises: Problems, Solutions, and Opportunities.- The Nordic 5.- Leaders in Emission Trading and Key Sectors.- Brazil, Canada, Germany, Malaysia and Other ASEAN Countries.- The Future: Agendas for More Actions.
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Springer Clean Energy Research
Book SynopsisSolar Photovoltaic Power Generation and Solar Energy Applications.- Renewable Energy Technology and Energy Efficiency Optimization.- Energy Materials and Energy Storage Technology.- Carbon Capture and Sustainable Development.- Index.
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Springer Renewable Energy Green Computing and Sustainable Development
Book SynopsisRenewable Energy.- A Comprehensive Review on Advanced Frequency Response Measurement Techniques for Detecting Transformer Winding damages.- Fault evaluation of Photovoltaic module using Deep Learning Strategies.- Analysis of the efficiency and quality of energy production of photovoltaic solar systems installed in different cities of Ecuador.- Economic Energy Assessment of the Hybrid Isolated Microgrid SPV/Wind/Batteries at the Guayaquil campus.- DC Link Voltage Improvement of Solar PV Based I Luo Converter using Novel Control Algorithm.- Infuence of Artificial Partial Shading of Photovoltaic Modules on Solar Rays Reflection and Loses of Generated Energy.- Modified Grey Wolf Optimizer for high precision parameter extraction in solar cell models.- Newton Raphson Based Optimizer for parameter extraction of PV cell A comparative analysis with advanced metaheuristics.- Automated control system of power transformers cooling located on RES.- AI Driven Framework for Optimized Renewable Integration and Real Time Energy Management in Smart Grids.- Distributed Generation System and the Role of UPQC in accomplishing Power Quality standards.- Green Computing.- Designing and Integrating an IoT Powered Intelligent Healthcare System for monitoring ECG and Temperature.- Automatic License Plate Recognition in Unconstrained Scenarios Using Improved Deep Learning Techniques.- Haze Removal of Images by Dark Channel Prior using Enhanced Transmission Map Refinement Techniques.- Combining Summarization Models Using Semantic Similarity.- Optimizing the Planning of DGs in a Radial Distribution System Using a Multi-Criterion Decision Making TOPSIS Approach.- A Comprehensive Review of Solar Power Transmission System Device Health Condition Monitoring in Real Time.- Gravitational Search Algorithm based Optimal Position of DG and Capacitor with Restructuring.- Recognition of Micro expression using Deep Learning Approaches A study of Datasets, features, methods and Challenges.- Development of Deep Learning Technique for Crop Pest Classification.- Leaf shaped Antenna for Broadband Applications.- Design of Microstrip Patch Antenna Array for Cubesat Applications.- VLSI Implementation of a Low Power Area Delay Efficient Approximate Multiplier for 2D FIR filter Architectures.- ECG Heart beat classification by hybrid of ELM and Decision Rule using Feature Selection.- Automated Smart Petrol Pump Based on IOT.- Attention Based Refinement and Criss Cross Mechanisms in GANs for Improved Deepfake Detection.- Transformer model used to predict stocks of the Stock Market.
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Springer-Verlag GmbH Renewable Energy Green Computing and Sustainable Development
Book SynopsisGreen Computing.- Techno-Economic Feasibility and Optimal Sizing of CHP Units for Energy Conservation: Software Development Approach.- An Approach for Dual Stage-Frequency Control Using Running City Game Optimizer.- Implementation of Hand Sign Classifier Using Deep Neural Network (DNN).- Artificial Intelligence and Expert Systems in Smart Manufacturing: Opportunities and Challenges.- Survey on Data Mining and Machine Learning Methods Used in Analyzing Tweets.- Sustainable Development.- Optimizing Powder Factor for Sustainable Mining Operations through Machine Learning Models: A Step Towards Intelligent Mining.- Enhancing Smart Farming with Machine Learning Technologies.- Performance and Analysis of Power Distribution in Low Voltage Consumer End and Reconfiguration of Distribution Lines.- Performance Improvement of Wideband Microstrip Patch Antenna at 49GHz for 5G Applications.- A Comprehensive Analysis of Short Circuit Current in Marine power System.- An Adaptive Controlled Superconducting Magnetic Energy Storage for LVRT Improvement of DFIG.- Optimization of Parameters for Tadpole Structured Electric Vehicle.- Design And Performance Analysis of Fuel Cell Based Electric Vehicle with Ultra Boost Converter.- The Design of a New Single Phase Cascaded Quasi-Z-Source Inverter with High Boost and Better THD.- Insulation Thickness Optimization for Enhanced Electrothermal Performance in EV DC Charging Cables.- Switched capacitor boost inverter with POD PWM technique.- Securing Vehicle-to-Grid Communications: A Novel Idea towards Dual Approach of Quantum Cryptography and AI-Driven Monitoring.- Modelling and Simulation of Single-Phase UPQC and an Efficient Harmonic Mitigation System with an Optimal PID Controller.- Optimizing Apple Disease Detection in Precision Agriculture Using Advanced Ensemble Methods.- Analysis And Design of PFC with Sepic Converter: A PQ Theory-Based Current Generation Approach.- Linear Maximum Torque Per Ampere Control of IPMSM for EV Application.- Performance Analysis of Various DC Microgrid Architectures.- Comparative Analysis of Model Predictive control and Sliding Mode Control of Bidirectional CUK Converter for BESS.- Research mapping in smart cities: A scientometric study on IOT and AI applications.- Extreme Fast Charging using Solid State Transformer.- Design and Analysis of Regenerative Braking System for Electric Vehicles.- Voltage profile and power loss calculations of radial distribution feeder with possible locations of future electric vehicle charging stations.
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Springer Commissioning Management in Offshore Wind Projects
Book SynopsisPart 1: Fundamentals of commissioning management.- Introduction to offshore wind projects.- Organization and roles.- Part 2: Processes and tools.- Planning and preparation.- Safety and risk management.- Tools and technology.- Part 3: Practice in commissioning.- Commissioning of components.- Troubleshooting and fault resolution.- Energization.- Management of temporary power supply systems.- Part 4: Coordination, management, and handover.- Handover and takeover processes.- Communication and reporting.- Part 5: Economic aspects of commissioning management.- Economic risk assessment.- Budgeting and resource planning.- Contract and claim management.- Part 6: Industry-wide standards and the future.- Regulatory requirements and standards.- The future of commissioning management.- Black-start capable wind farms: The current state.- Conclusion on commissioning management.
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Springer Nature Switzerland AG Innovations and Technologies in Construction
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De Gruyter Product-Driven Process Design: From Molecule to Enterprise
Book SynopsisProduct-driven process design – from molecule to enterprise provides process engineers and process engineering students with access to a modern and stimulating methodology to process and product design. Throughout the book the links between product design and process design become evident while the reader is guided step-by-step through the different stages of the intertwining product and process design activities. Both molecular and enterprise-wide considerations in design are introduced and addressed in detail. Several examples and case studies in emerging areas such as bio- and food-systems, pharmaceuticals and energy are discussed and presented. This book is an excellent guide and companion for undergraduate, graduate students as well as professional practitioners.
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Springer International Publishing AG Floating Offshore Wind Energy: The Next Generation of Wind Energy
Book SynopsisThis book provides a state-of-the-art review of floating offshore wind turbines (FOWT). It offers developers a global perspective on floating offshore wind energy conversion technology, documenting the key challenges and practical solutions that this new industry has found to date. Drawing on a wide network of experts, it reviews the conception, early design stages, load & structural analysis and the construction of FOWT. It also presents and discusses data from pioneering projects. Written by experienced professionals from a mix of academia and industry, the content is both practical and visionary. As one of the first titles dedicated to FOWT, it is a must-have for anyone interested in offshore renewable energy conversion technologies.Table of ContentsIntroduction.- The offshore environment.- Overview of floating offshore wind technologies.- Design considerations.- Modelling of FOWTs.- State-of-the-art.
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Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH Shallow Geothermal Systems: Recommendations on Design, Construction, Operation and Monitoring
Book SynopsisThe recommendations summarise the state of the art. Their aim is the proper exploitation of the ground for geothermal purposes without adversely affecting the ground or the groundwater on the one hand and the operation of the system and nearby buildings on the other. The recommendations should be used during consulting, design, installation and operation in order to achieve optimum and sustainable use of the ground at a specific location. Authorities responsible for supervising and approving projects can use the recommendations as a guide when taking decisions and making stipulations. The Geothermal Energy Study Group was set up in Bochum in 2004 and became the joint DGGV/DGGT study group in 2007. Some 20 specialists from universities, authorities and engineering consultants are active in the group and meet two or three times a year.Table of ContentsPreface IX Acknowledgements XIII List of Figures XV List of Tables XXV Preamble XXVII Notation XXIX 1 Introduction 1 2 Principles 5 2.1 Geological, hydrogeological and geotechnical principles 5 2.2 Geothermal principles 12 2.3 Solar energy zone 29 2.4 Geosolar transition zone 31 2.5 Terrestrial zone 35 2.6 Anthropogenic thermal influence 36 2.7 Interaction between geothermal energy systems and the ground 37 2.7.1 Hydrochemical interactions 39 2.7.2 Interactions between geothermal systems and groundwater organisms 39 3 Geothermal energy installations 41 3.1 Closed systems 42 3.1.1 Borehole heat exchangers (downhole heat exchangers) 42 3.1.2 Heat pipes 50 3.1.3 Horizontal collectors 51 3.1.4 Thermal piles and concrete components in contact with the soil 55 3.2 Open systems (direct use of groundwater) 59 3.2.1 Well systems 61 3.2.2 Geothermal energy in conjunction with mines and underground workings 65 3.3 Geothermal energy storage concepts 70 3.3.1 Aquifer thermal energy storage 70 3.3.2 Borehole thermal energy storage 71 3.3.3 Cavern thermal energy storage (CTES) 72 4 Legislative principles 73 4.1 Water legislation 73 4.1.1 European regulations 73 4.1.2 National law 74 4.2 Mining legislation 74 4.3 Natural mineral deposits legislation 75 4.4 Nature and landscape conservation 75 4.4.1 The european ‘natura 2000’ ecological network 75 4.4.2 Nature and landscape conservation 76 4.5 Environmental impact assessment 77 4.6 Non-statutory regulations 77 5 Planning principles 78 5.1 Project workflow 79 5.1.1 Establishing the basis of the project 79 5.1.2 Preliminary design 80 5.1.3 Final design 80 5.1.4 Building permission application 81 5.1.5 Detailed design 81 5.1.6 Preparing for contract award and assisting in award process 82 5.1.7 Supervising and setting up the operation 82 5.2 Surveying requirements for BHE installations 83 5.2.1 Geothermal category 1 83 5.2.2 Exploratory measures for category 1 84 5.2.3 Geothermal category 2 84 5.2.4 Additional exploratory measures for category 2 84 5.2.5 Geothermal category 3 84 5.2.6 Additional exploratory measures for category 3 84 5.3 Models for simulating heat transfer 85 6 Boreholes and completion 91 6.1 Drilling methods 91 6.2 Equipment in boreholes 94 6.3 Boreholes: deviation from the vertical 97 6.4 Geological and hydrogeological influences 104 6.5 Response test methods 109 6.5.1 GRT concepts and measuring principle 110 6.5.2 Evaluation. 111 6.5.3 Thermal resistance of borehole 115 6.5.4 Quality control with the help of the GRT 117 6.5.5 Evaluation of unsteady GRT data 118 6.5.6 Cylinder source method 119 6.5.7 Enhanced geothermal response test 136 7 Design, construction and operation of closed systems 143 7.1 sBHE systems 143 7.1.1 Detailed design 143 7.1.2 Backfilling the annular space 155 7.1.3 Requirements profile for backfill material 158 7.1.4 BHEs that are not fully sealed 177 7.1.5 Pressure and flow tests for BHEs 179 7.1.6 Thermal transfer fluids 190 7.1.7 Horizontal connecting pipes and connection to building services 194 7.1.8 Commissioning, operation and maintenance 196 7.1.9 Documentation 199 7.1.10 Abandoning and decommissioning 200 7.2 Horizontal collectors 201 7.2.1 Planning and designing collector systems 201 7.2.2 Installation of horizontal collectors 205 7.2.3 Installation of geothermal energy baskets 205 7.2.4 Laying the pipes 206 7.2.5 Filling and bleeding 206 7.2.6 Thermal transfer fluids 207 7.2.7 Pressure tests 207 7.2.8 Commissioning 207 7.2.9 Documentation 207 7.2.10 Operation of horizontal collector 209 7.2.11 Effects of operating horizontal collectors 209 7.2.12 Abandoning and decommissioning 210 8 Design, construction and operation of open systems 211 8.1 Well systems 211 8.1.1 Detailed design 218 8.1.2 Site supervision, quality assurance, documentation 220 8.1.3 Pumping and well tests 220 8.1.4 Commissioning, operation and maintenance 220 8.1.5 Hydrochemical and microbiological influences 225 8.1.6 Documentation 230 8.1.7 Abandoning and decommissioning 230 8.1.8 Practical example of a well system 230 8.2 Aquifer thermal energy storage (ATES) 235 9 Risk potential 236 9.1 The 5-M method 236 9.1.1 Man 236 9.1.2 Method 237 9.1.3 Materials 238 9.1.4 Machines 239 9.1.5 Medium 239 9.1.6 Summary 240 9.2 Geological risks 241 9.2.1 Rocks with swelling or subsidence potential 241 9.2.2 Soluble rocks 241 9.2.3 Overconsolidated rocks and rocks susceptible to pore water pressure 242 9.2.4 Tectonics 242 9.2.5 Mass movements 243 9.2.6 Collapses, subsidence and mining subsidence 243 9.2.7 Gas escape 243 9.3 Hydrogeological risks 244 9.3.1 Confined and artesian groundwater 244 9.3.2 Multi-layer groundwater systems 245 9.3.3 Hydrochemical gradients 245 9.3.4 Venting 246 9.3.5 Water quality 246 9.4 Environmental risks 247 9.4.1 Legacy pollution and deposits 247 9.4.2 Mining, mining damage 248 9.5 Risks during BHE installation 248 9.6 Operational risks 249 Literature 253 Glossary 264
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Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH Systematische Beurteilung technischer
Book SynopsisZunächst stehen bei der Havarie technischer Systeme die Fragen nach Sicherheit und Kosten im Vordergrund. Aber erst durch die systematische Analyse der schadensauslösenden Mechanismen bekommt man den Schlüssel zur nachhaltigen Prophylaxe in die Hand. Das defekte Bauteil ist der „Datenträger“ für den Werkstoff und seinen Zustand sowie für die Beanspruchungen, die er erfahren hat und für den Mechanismus seines Versagens. Die Untersuchungsmethoden der Materialwissenschaft und Werkstofftechnik sind in der Lage, diese Informationen zu entschlüsseln. Durch einen Ist/Soll-Vergleich lässt sich der Schadensauslöser dingfest machen. Das vorliegende Buch ist aus einem gleichnamigen Seminar hervorgegangen. Dieses Seminar hat in mehr als 30 Jahren gezeigt, dass Schadensfälle in überwiegender Zahl auf Zuwiderhandeln gegen bekannte Regeln der Technik beruhen. Daher liegt der Fokus dieses Nachschlagewerks auf der systematischen Gliederung des Fachgebietes und der anschaulichen Erklärung der Schadensmechanismen in der Theorie sowie durch die praktische Darstellung realer Schadensfälle. Diese Kenntnisse sind für Konstrukteure und Produktionstechniker ebenso von Interesse wie für Qualitäts- und Schadensanalytiker.Trade Review"Der Band gilt als Standardwerk, und die Herausgeber (...) garantieren höchste Praxisrelevanz. Sie kommen aus der Praxis, erläutern bestens verständlich das umfassende Thema und wissen einfach, woraus es ankommt." Wotech-technical-media.de (07.01.2016) "Das Buch sei allen Werkstofffachleuten und an Werkstofffragen interessierten Maschinenbauingenieuren auch in seiner 6.Auflage wärmstens als Lehrbuch und als Nachschlagewerk empfohlen." Konstruktion (01.03.2015) "Das zusammengetragene Wissen ist für Konstrukteure, Ingenieure und Techniker ebenso interessant und nützlich wie für Schadensanalytiker und Verantwortliche im Qualitäts-Management." Materials and Corrosion (2014, Nr. 8) "In der 6. Auflage gibt es nun noch mehr Beispiele aus der Praxis." Konstruktion (#5-2014, 01.05.2014)Table of ContentsVorgehensweise bei der Bearbeitung eines Schadensfalles Einteilung, Ursachen und Kennzeichen der Bruche Werkstoffuntersuchungen Elektronenmikroskopie bei der Schadensanalyse Mikroskopische und makroskopische Erscheinungsformen des duktilen Gewaltbruchs Mikroskopische und makroskopische Erscheinungsformen des Spaltbruchs Makroskopische Erscheinungsformen des Schwingbruchs Mikroskopische Erscheinungsformen des Schwingbruchs Thermisch induzierte Bruche Korrosionsschaden an metallischen Werkstoffen ohne mechanische Beanspruchung Korrosionsschaden bei zusatzlicher mechanischer Beanspruchung Schaden durch Wasserstoff Schaden durch Hochtemperaturkorrosion Werkstoffschaden durch Verschlei? Schaden an Schwei?nahten Bruchmechanik in der Schadensanalyse Schaden an Druckbehaltern Schadensuntersuchungen und Problemlosungen mit Oberflachenanalyse
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Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH Energy for a Sustainable World: From the Oil Age
Book SynopsisAn easy read, balancing the pros and cons, this book surveys the energy issue from a broad scientific perspective while considering environmental, economic, and social factors. It explains the basic concepts, provides a historical overview of energy resources, assesses our unsustainable energy system based on fossil fuels, and shows that the energy crisis is not only a tough challenge, but also an unprecedented opportunity to become more concerned about the world in which we live and the society we have built up. By outlining the alternatives for today and the future, it gives an extensive overview on nuclear energy, solar thermal and photovoltaics, solar fuels, wind power, ocean energies and other renewables, highlighting the increasing importance of electricity and the long-term perspectives of a hydrogen-based economy. An excellent source of updated and carefully documented information on the entangled aspects of the energy issue, this book is a guide for scientists, students and teachers looking for ways out of the energy and climate crisis, and the problems and disparities generated during the fossil fuel era.Trade Review“The subjects are presented in a way that makes reading a real pleasure and promotes reflecting on the complex issues, thereby presenting the reader sustainable knowledge in its best sense. A clear recommendation!.” (Energy Technology, 1 August 2014) "It describes the complexity and importance of energy, and opportunities for future energy technologies and practices that will enhance sustainable development. Summing Up: Recommend. All readers." (Choice, 1 January 2012) "The appeal of this as a compact reference volume is therefore broad and I would strongly recommend it for all who are interested in finding out more about the energy issues that we need to think about in modern and future society." (Chemistry World, 1 August 2011) "An excellent source of updated and carefully documented information on the entangled aspects of the energy issue, this book is a guide for scientists, students and teachers looking for ways out of the energy and climate crisis, and the problems and disparities generated during the fossil fuel era." (ETDE Energy database, 14 February 2011)Table of ContentsPreface PART I: Living on Spaceship Earth THE ENERGY CHALLENGE Our Spaceship Earth An Unsustainable Growth in an Unequal World Energy and Climate Crisis Dealing with Change Unavoidable Questions CONCEPTS AND MISCONCEPTS The Elusive Definition of Energy A Taste of Basic Principles Converting Primary Energy into Useful Energy It Takes Energy to Make Energy: The EROI Embodied Energy Energy Units and Conversions The Immense Energy and Power Scales Some Energy Key Parameters Energy Pervasiveness Versus Energy Illiteracy Key Numbers: An Abacus for Energy Literacy ENERGY IN HISTORY Historia Magistra Vitae Animal Power Human Slaves and Energy Slaves Waterwheels and Windwheels From Wood to Coal Steam-Powered Machines Road Vehicles Aircraft Conventional Engines Jet Engines Electricity Early Development From Wayfarers to ICT PART II: Fossil Fuels OIL What is Oil Oil History, Exploration, Drilling, Production Oil Transportation Oil Refining Oil Storage Unconventional Oil Petrochemicals Oil as a Fuel America's Addiction to Oil Oil Price Oil Peak and Reserves NATURAL GAS What is Natural Gas and Where It Comes From Gas Properties and Definitions Brief Historical Notes on Gas Exploitation Gas Production, Consumption, and Reserves Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Natural Gas Processing Transport, Storage, and Distribution Gas Uses: Energy and Feedstock Unconventional Gas COAL What is Coal Coal Extraction Coal Transportation and Industrial Uses Coal Gasification Coal Production, Consumption, and Reserves Carbon Capture and Sequestration (CCS) Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle (IGCC) FOSSIL LEGACY The Energy Dark Sides Alteration of the Carbon Cycle by Fossil Fuel Combustion Anthropogenic Climate Change Air Pollution and Global Warming Counterbalancing our Climate Influence Putting a Limit to CO2 Air Pollution and Human Health Land and Water Degradation So, What? PART III: Nuclear Energy NUCLEAR ENERGY Principles of Nuclear Fission and Fusion Power from Nuclear Fission Civilian Use of Nuclear Fusion? PART IV: Renewable Energies SOLAR ENERGY BASICS The Origin of Sunshine Solar Radiation and Attenuation Abundant, Fairly Distributed, Vital Sun's Limits: Dilution and Intermittency The Conversion of Solar Energy: Heat, Fuels, Electricity SOLAR HEAT AND ELECTRICITY Passive Solar Harnessing in Buildings Thermal Conversion: Unconcentrated Solar Flux Thermal Conversion: Concentrated Solar Flux The Birth and Rise of Photovoltaics Inorganic Photovoltaics: Key Principles Silicon Solar Cells Thin Film Solar Cells Organic Solar Cells Concentrated Photovoltaics and Other Innovative Concepts Photovoltaics: Global Installation and Market Trends Solar Energy: Sustainable and Affordable SOLAR FUELS Introduction Natural Photosynthesis Biomass and Biofuels Future Options for Transportation Fuels Artificial Photosynthesis Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells The Solar Fuel Challenge OTHER RENEWABLES Hydroelectric Energy Wind Energy Ocean Energies Geothermal Energy PART V: Energy Carriers ELECTRICITY Basic Concepts Illumination Traditional Power Generation Traditional Electricity Grid Power Generation from New Renewables Energy Storage for Electricity Supply Networks Plugging-In Transportation Smart Grid Towards an Electricity Powered World HYDROGEN Introduction Properties and Industrial Uses Hydrogen as an Energy Carrier: The Scale of the Task Methods for Producing Hydrogen Hydrogen Storage Hydrogen Transportation and Distribution End Uses of Hydrogen Fuel Hydrogen Powered Vehicles Towards a Hydrogen Economy? PART VI: Scenarios for a Sustainable Future THE CHALLENGE AHEAD Reflection on the State of Our Planet: Now We Know Energy Demand and Supply Energy and the Quality of Life Saving the Climate Phasing Out Fossil Fuels Avoiding Nuclear Energy Ecological Sustainability Why We Need to Develop Renewable Energies Conclusion APPENDIX Did You Know That...?
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Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH Solar Energy Conversion: Chemical Aspects
Book SynopsisFinally filling a gap in the literature for a text that also adopts the chemist's view of this hot topic, Professor Likhtenshtein, an experienced author and internationally renowned scientist, considers different physical and engineering aspects in solar energy conversion. From theory to real-life systems, he shows exactly which chemical reactions take place when converting light energy, providing an overview of the chemical perspective from fundamentals to molecular harvesting systems and solar cells. This essential guide will thus help researchers in academia and industry better understand solar energy conversion, and so ultimately help this promising, multibillion dollar fi eld to expand. From the contents: * Electron Transfer Theories * Principle Stages of Photosynthetic Light Energy Conversion * Photochemical Systems of Light Energy Conversion * Redox Processes on Surface of Semiconductors and Metals * Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells * Photocatalytic Reduction and Oxidation of WaterTrade Review“This essential guide will thus help researchers in academia and industry better understand solar energy conversion, and so ultimately help this promising, multibillion euro/dollar field to expand.” (ETDE Energy Database, 2012) Table of ContentsPREFACE ELECTRON TRANSFER THEORIES Introduction Theoretical Models Concerted and Multielectron Processes PRINCIPAL STAGES OF PHOTOSYNTHETIC LIGHT ENERGY CONVERSION Introduction Light-Harvesting Antennas Reaction Center of Photosynthetic Bacteria Reaction Centers of Photosystems I and II Water Oxidation System PHOTOCHEMICAL SYSTEMS OF THE LIGHT ENERGY CONVERSION Introduction Charge Separation in Donor?Acceptor Pairs Electron Flow through Proteins REDOX PROCESSES ON SURFACE OF SEMICONDUCTORS AND METALS Redox Processes on Semiconductors Redox Processes on Metal Surfaces Electron Transfer in Miscellaneous Systems DYE-SENSITIZED SOLAR CELLS I General Information on Solar Cells Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells DSSC Components DYE-SENSITIZED SOLAR CELLS II Optical Fiber DSSC Tandem DSSC Quantum Dot Solar Cells Polymers in Solar Cells Fabrication of Solar Cell Components Fullerene-Based Solar Cells PHOTOCATALYTIC REDUCTION AND OXIDATION OF WATER Introduction Photocatalytic Dihydrogen Production Water Splitting into O2 and H2
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Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Biotechnology in China III: Biofuels and Bioenergy
Book SynopsisCellulolytic Enzyme Production and Enzymatic Hydrolysis for Second-Generation Bioethanol Production, by Mingyu Wang, Zhonghai Li, Xu Fang, Lushan Wang und Yinbo Qu Bioethanol from Lignocellulosic Biomass, by Xin-Qing Zhao, Li-Han Zi, Feng-Wu Bai, Hai-Long Lin, Xiao-Ming Hao, Guo-Jun Yue und Nancy W. Y. Ho Biodiesel From Conventional Feedstocks, by Wei Du und De-Hua Liu Establishing Oleaginous Microalgae Research Models for Consolidated Bioprocessing of Solar Energy, by Dongmei Wang, Yandu Lu, He Huang und Jian Xu Biobutanol, by Hongjun Dong, Wenwen Tao, Zongjie Dai, Liejian Yang, Fuyu Gong, Yanping Zhang und Yin Li Branched-Chain Higher Alcohols, by Bao-Wei Wang, Ai-Qin Shi, Ran Tu, Xue-Li Zhang, Qin-Hong Wang und Feng-Wu Bai Advances in Biogas Technology, by Ai-Jie Wang, Wen-Wei Li und Han-Qing Yu Biohydrogen Production from Anaerobic Fermentation, by Ai-Jie Wang, Guang-Li Cao und Wen-Zong Liu Microbial Fuel Cells in Power Generation and Extended Applications, by Wen-Wei Li and Guo-Ping Sheng Fuels and Chemicals from Hemicellulose Sugars, by Xiao-Jun Ji, He Huang, Zhi-Kui Nie, Liang Qu, Qing Xu and George T. TsaoTable of ContentsCellulolytic Enzyme Production and Enzymatic Hydrolysis for Second-Generation Bioethanol Production, by Mingyu Wang, Zhonghai Li, Xu Fang, Lushan Wang und Yinbo Qu.- Bioethanol from Lignocellulosic Biomass, by Xin-Qing Zhao, Li-Han Zi, Feng-Wu Bai, Hai-Long Lin, Xiao-Ming Hao, Guo-Jun Yue und Nancy W. Y. Ho .- Biodiesel From Conventional Feedstocks, by Wei Du und De-Hua Liu.- Establishing Oleaginous Microalgae Research Models for Consolidated Bioprocessing of Solar Energy, by Dongmei Wang, Yandu Lu, He Huang und Jian Xu.- Biobutanol, by Hongjun Dong, Wenwen Tao, Zongjie Dai, Liejian Yang, Fuyu Gong, Yanping Zhang und Yin Li.- Branched-Chain Higher Alcohols, by Bao-Wei Wang, Ai-Qin Shi, Ran Tu, Xue-Li Zhang, Qin-Hong Wang und Feng-Wu Bai.- Advances in Biogas Technology, by Ai-Jie Wang, Wen-Wei Li und Han-Qing Yu.- Biohydrogen Production from Anaerobic Fermentation, by Ai-Jie Wang, Guang-Li Cao und Wen-Zong Liu.- Microbial Fuel Cells in Power Generation and Extended Applications, by Wen-Wei Li and Guo-Ping Sheng.- Fuels and Chemicals from Hemicellulose Sugars, by Xiao-Jun Ji, He Huang, Zhi-Kui Nie, Liang Qu, Qing Xu and George T. Tsao.
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Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Transformation and Utilization of Carbon Dioxide
Book SynopsisTransformation and Utilization of Carbon Dioxide shows the various organic, polymeric and inorganic compounds which result from the transformation of carbon dioxide through chemical, photocatalytic, electrochemical, inorganic and biological processes. The book consists of twelve chapters demonstrating interesting examples of these reactions, depending on the types of reaction and catalyst. It also includes two chapters dealing with the utilization of carbon dioxide as a reaction promoter and presents a wide range of examples of chemistry and chemical engineering with carbon dioxide. Transformation and Utilization of Carbon Dioxide is a collective work of reviews illustrative of recent advances in the transformation and utilization of carbon dioxide. This book is interesting and useful to a wide readership in the various fields of chemical science and engineering.Bhalchandra Bhanage is a professor of industrial and engineering chemistry at Institute of Chemical Technology, India.Masahiko Arai is a professor of chemical engineering at Hokkaido University, Japan.Table of ContentsPart I Chemical Reactions.- Addition of CO2 with molecular catalysts (metal complexes).- Addition of CO2 with molecular catalysts (other catalysts).- Direct CO2 fixation over heterogeneous catalysts.- Indirect CO2 fixation over heterogeneous catalysts (using urea and others).- Hydrogenation of CO2 with molecular catalysts (to alcohol, formate and others).- Hydrogenation of CO2 with heterogeneous catalysts (to alcohol, formate and others).- Dry CO2 reforming.- Polymerization.- Part II Photocatalytic, Electrochemical and Inorganic Reactions.- Photocatalytic reaction.- Electrochemical reaction.- Inorganic reaction (including CO2 storage).- Part III Biological Reactions.- Biological reaction.- Part IV Utilization as Reaction Promoter.- Application of CO2 as a reaction promoter in organic synthetic reaction.
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Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Porous Materials for Carbon Dioxide Capture
Book SynopsisThis multi-authored book provides a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in porous CO2 capture materials, including ionic liquid–derived carbonaceous adsorbents, porous carbons, metal-organic frameworks, porous aromatic frameworks, micro porous organic polymers. It also reviews the sorption techniques such as cyclic uptake and desorption reactions and membrane separations. In each category, the design and fabrication, the comprehensive characterization, the evaluation of CO2 sorption/separation and the sorption/degradation mechanism are highlighted. In addition, the advantages and remaining challenges as well as future perspectives for each porous material are covered.This book is aimed at scientists and graduate students in such fields as separation, carbon, polymer, chemistry, material science and technology, who will use and appreciate this information source in their research. Other specialists may consult specific chapters to find the latest, authoritative reviews.Dr. An-Hui Lu is a Professor at the State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals, School of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Chemical, Environmental and Biological Science and Technology, Dalian University of Technology, China.Dr. Sheng Dai is a Corporate Fellow and Group Leader in the Chemical Sciences Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and a Professor of Chemistry at the University of Tennessee, USA.Table of ContentsIonic Liquid-Derived Carbonaceous Adsorbents for CO2 Capture.- Porous Carbons for Carbon Dioxide Capture.- Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) for CO2 Capture.- Carbon Dioxide Capture in Porous Aromatic Frameworks.- Microporous Organic Polymers for Carbon Dioxide Capture.- CO2 capture via cyclic calcination and carbonation reactions.- Functionalized inorganic membranes for high temperature CO2/N2 separation.
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Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Lithium-Ion Batteries: Basics and Applications
Book SynopsisThe handbook focuses on a complete outline of lithium-ion batteries. Just before starting with an exposition of the fundamentals of this system, the book gives a short explanation of the newest cell generation. The most important elements are described as negative / positive electrode materials, electrolytes, seals and separators. The battery disconnect unit and the battery management system are important parts of modern lithium-ion batteries. An economical, faultless and efficient battery production is a must today and is represented with one chapter in the handbook. Cross-cutting issues like electrical, chemical, functional safety are further topics. Last but not least standards and transportation themes are the final chapters of the handbook. The different topics of the handbook provide a good knowledge base not only for those working daily on electrochemical energy storage, but also to scientists, engineers and students concerned in modern battery systems.Table of ContentsPart I Outline of energy storage systems.- Part II Lithium-Ion Batteries and their elements.- Part III Production of modern batteries.- Part IV Cross-cutting issues.- Part V Applications of Lithium-Ion Batteries and their demands.
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Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG The German Energy Transition: Design,
Book SynopsisThe book presents a comprehensive and systematic account of the concept, the current status and the costs of the German energy transition: the Energiewende. Written by an insider who has been working in the German energy industry for over 20 years, it follows a strictly non-political, neutral approach and clearly outlines the most relevant facts and figures. In particular, it describes the main impacts of the Energiewende on the German power system and Germany’s national economy. Furthermore, it addresses questions that are of global interest with respect to energy transitions, such as the cost to the national economy, the financial burden on private households and companies and the actual effects on CO2 emissions. The book also discusses what could have been done better in terms of planning and implementing the Energiewende, and identifies important lessons for other countries that are considering a similar energy transition.Table of ContentsIntroduction.- Part I: The German Energy Transition - What is Driving It?.- Part II: The German Energy Transition - Where Does Germany Stand Today?.- Part III: The German Energy Transition - What Does It Really Cost?.- Part IV: The German Energy Transition - Lessons to be Learned.
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Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Smart Grids: Fundamentals and Technologies in
Book SynopsisNowadays, Smart Grid has become an established synonym for modern electric power systems. Electric networks are fed less and less by large, centrally planned fossil and nuclear power plants but more and more by millions of smaller, renewable and mostly weather-dependent generation units. A secure energy supply in such a sustainable and ecological system requires a completely different approach for planning, equipping and operating the electric power systems of the future, especially by using flexibility provisions of the network users according to the Smart Grid concept. The book brings together common themes beginning with Smart Grids and the characteristics of power plants based on renewable energy with highly efficient generation principles and storage capabilities. It covers the advanced technologies applied today in the transmission and distribution networks and innovative solutions for maintaining today’s high power quality under the challenging conditions of large-scale shares of volatile renewable energy sources in the annual energy balance. Besides considering the new primary and secondary technology solutions and control facilities for the transmission and distribution networks, prospective market conditions allowing network operators and the network users to gain benefits are also discussed. The growing role of information and communication technologies is investigated. The importance of new standards is underlined and the current international efforts in developing a consistent set of standards are updated in the second edition and described in detail. The updated presentation of international experiences to apply novel Smart Grid solutions to the practice of network operation concludes this book.Table of ContentsVision and Strategy for the Electricity Networks of the Future.- Smart Generation – Resources and Potentials.- Modern UHV/ EHV /HV Technologies and the Smart Grid Challenges in Transmission.- Design of Distribution Networks and the impact of new Network Users.- Smart Operation and Observability at the Transmission Level.- The 3 Pillars of Smart Distribution.- Design of the Smart Energy Market.- Advanced Information & Communication Technologies: the Backbone of Smart Grids.- Smart Grids Worldwide.- Bibliography.
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Books on Demand Kleinwindkraft für Gewerbe und Privat: Planung - Technik - Markt
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