Optimization of Energy Systems
Optimization of Energy Systems

Author: Ibrahim Din¿er

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2017-05-15

Total Pages: 484

ISBN-13: 111889443X

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An essential resource for optimizing energy systems to enhance design capability, performance and sustainability Optimization of Energy Systems comprehensively describes the thermodynamic modelling, analysis and optimization of numerous types of energy systems in various applications. It provides a new understanding of the system and the process of defining proper objective functions for determination of the most suitable design parameters for achieving enhanced efficiency, cost effectiveness and sustainability. Beginning with a general summary of thermodynamics, optimization techniques and optimization methods for thermal components, the book goes on to describe how to determine the most appropriate design parameters for more complex energy systems using various optimization methods. The results of each chapter provide potential tools for design, analysis, performance improvement, and greenhouse gas emissions reduction. Key features: Comprehensive coverage of the modelling, analysis and optimization of many energy systems for a variety of applications. Examples, practical applications and case studies to put theory into practice. Study problems at the end of each chapter that foster critical thinking and skill development. Written in an easy-to-follow style, starting with simple systems and moving to advanced energy systems and their complexities. A unique resource for understanding cutting-edge research in the thermodynamic analysis and optimization of a wide range of energy systems, Optimization of Energy Systems is suitable for graduate and senior undergraduate students, researchers, engineers, practitioners, and scientists in the area of energy systems.

Modeling, Assessment, and Optimization of Energy Systems
Modeling, Assessment, and Optimization of Energy Systems

Author: Hoseyn Sayyaadi

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2020-09-19

Total Pages: 558

ISBN-13: 0128166576

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Modelling, Assessment, and Optimization of Energy Systems provides comprehensive methodologies for the thermal modelling of energy systems based on thermodynamic, exergoeconomic and exergoenviromental approaches. It provides advanced analytical approaches, assessment criteria and the methodologies to obtain analytical expressions from the experimental data. The concept of single-objective and multi-objective optimization with application to energy systems is provided, along with decision-making tools for multi-objective problems, multi-criteria problems, for simplifying the optimization of large energy systems, and for exergoeconomic improvement integrated with a simulator EIS method. This book provides a comprehensive methodology for modeling, assessment, improvement of any energy system with guidance, and practical examples that provide detailed insights for energy engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering and researchers in the field of analysis and optimization of energy systems. - Offers comprehensive analytical tools for the modeling and simulation of energy systems with applications for decision-making tools - Provides methodologies to obtain analytical models of energy systems for experimental data - Covers decision-making tools in multi-objective problems

Modeling, Analysis and Optimization of Process and Energy Systems
Modeling, Analysis and Optimization of Process and Energy Systems

Author: F. Carl Knopf

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2011-12-14

Total Pages: 798

ISBN-13: 1118121147

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Energy costs impact the profitability of virtually all industrial processes. Stressing how plants use power, and how that power is actually generated, this book provides a clear and simple way to understand the energy usage in various processes, as well as methods for optimizing these processes using practical hands-on simulations and a unique approach that details solved problems utilizing actual plant data. Invaluable information offers a complete energy-saving approach essential for both the chemical and mechanical engineering curricula, as well as for practicing engineers.

Energy Systems Modeling
Energy Systems Modeling

Author: Hooman Farzaneh

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2019-04-09

Total Pages: 173

ISBN-13: 9811362211

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This book serves as an introductory reference guide for those studying the application of models in energy systems. The book opens with a taxonomy of energy models and treatment of descriptive and analytical models, providing the reader with a foundation of the basic principles underlying the energy models and positioning these principles in the context of energy system studies. In turn, the book provides valuable insights into the varied applications of different energy models to answer complex questions, including those concerning specific aspects of energy policy measures dealing with issues of supply and demand. Case studies are provided in all of the chapters, offering real-world examples of how existing models fit the classification methods outlined here. The book’s remaining chapters address a broad range of principles and applications, taking the reader from the basic principles involved, to state-of-the-art energy production and consumption processes, using modeling and validation/illustration in case studies to do so. With its in-depth mathematical foundation, this book serves as a comprehensive collection of work on modeling energy systems and processes, taking inexperienced graduate students from the basics through to a high-level understanding of the modeling processes in question, while also providing professionals and academic researchers in the field of energy planning with an up-to-date reference guide covering the latest works.

Optimization of Energy Supply Systems
Optimization of Energy Supply Systems

Author: Janet Nagel

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2018-09-28

Total Pages: 301

ISBN-13: 3319963554

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This book describes how a model for optimizing the energy supply system in Germany can be implemented. It focuses on the open energy modeling framework (Oemof) program for modeling energy supply systems. The individual elements of Oemof are described, as well as the model’s structure. The technical components of Oemof are subsequently demonstrated in mathematical calculations, along with sufficient Python code to begin basic modeling. The book will appeal to anyone with an interest in optimization models for energy supply systems, or in the mathematical description of the technical components of such systems in practical implementation, using a real example, Oemof. Thermodynamic descriptions of combustion are provided, so that readers can focus on modeling aspects. Researchers and practitioners will also find the book useful, as it expands on their knowledge of the technical components of energy supply systems, supported with detailed mathematical calculations.

Renewable Energy Systems
Renewable Energy Systems

Author: Ahmad Taher Azar

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2021-09-09

Total Pages: 734

ISBN-13: 0128203986

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Renewable Energy Systems: Modelling, Optimization and Control aims to cross-pollinate recent advances in the study of renewable energy control systems by bringing together diverse scientific breakthroughs on the modeling, control and optimization of renewable energy systems by leading researchers. The book brings together the most comprehensive collection of modeling, control theorems and optimization techniques to help solve many scientific issues for researchers in renewable energy and control engineering. Many multidisciplinary applications are discussed, including new fundamentals, modeling, analysis, design, realization and experimental results. The book also covers new circuits and systems to help researchers solve many nonlinear problems. This book fills the gaps between different interdisciplinary applications, ranging from mathematical concepts, modeling, and analysis, up to the realization and experimental work. - Covers modeling, control theorems and optimization techniques which will solve many scientific issues for researchers in renewable energy - Discusses many multidisciplinary applications with new fundamentals, modeling, analysis, design, realization and experimental results - Includes new circuits and systems, helping researchers solve many nonlinear problems

Advances in Energy System Optimization
Advances in Energy System Optimization

Author: Valentin Bertsch

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2017-03-16

Total Pages: 239

ISBN-13: 3319517953

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The papers presented in this volume address diverse challenges in energy systems, ranging from operational to investment planning problems, from market economics to technical and environmental considerations, from distribution grids to transmission grids and from theoretical considerations to data provision concerns and applied case studies. The International Symposium on Energy System Optimization (ISESO) was held on November 9th and 10th 2015 at the Heidelberg Institute for Theoretical Studies (HITS) and was organized by HITS, Heidelberg University and Karlsruhe Institute of Technology.

Practical Examples of Energy Optimization Models
Practical Examples of Energy Optimization Models

Author: Samsul Ariffin Abdul Karim

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2020-01-02

Total Pages: 96

ISBN-13: 9811521999

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This book highlights state-of-the-art research on renewable energy integration technology and suitable and efficient power generation, discussing smart grids, renewable energy grid integration, prediction control models, and econometric models for predicting the global solar radiation and factors that affect solar radiation, performance evaluation of photovoltaic systems, and improved energy consumption prediction models. It discusses several methods, algorithms, environmental data-based performance analyses, and experimental results to help readers gain a detailed understanding of the pros and cons of technologies in this rapidly growing area. Accordingly, it offers a valuable resource for students and researchers working on renewable energy optimization models.

Power System Optimization Modeling in GAMS
Power System Optimization Modeling in GAMS

Author: Alireza Soroudi

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2017-08-29

Total Pages: 309

ISBN-13: 3319623508

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This unique book describes how the General Algebraic Modeling System (GAMS) can be used to solve various power system operation and planning optimization problems. This book is the first of its kind to provide readers with a comprehensive reference that includes the solution codes for basic/advanced power system optimization problems in GAMS, a computationally efficient tool for analyzing optimization problems in power and energy systems. The book covers theoretical background as well as the application examples and test case studies. It is a suitable reference for dedicated and general audiences including power system professionals as well as researchers and developers from the energy sector and electrical power engineering community and will be helpful to undergraduate and graduate students.

Optimization in Renewable Energy Systems
Optimization in Renewable Energy Systems

Author: Ozan Erdinc

Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann

Published: 2017-02-25

Total Pages: 327

ISBN-13: 0081012098

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Optimization in Renewable Energy Systems: Recent Perspectives covers all major areas where optimization techniques have been applied to reduce uncertainty or improve results in renewable energy systems (RES). Production of power with RES is highly variable and unpredictable, leading to the need for optimization-based planning and operation in order to maximize economies while sustaining performance. This self-contained book begins with an introduction to optimization, then covers a wide range of applications in both large and small scale operations, including optimum operation of electric power systems with large penetration of RES, power forecasting, transmission system planning, and DG sizing and siting for distribution and end-user premises. This book is an excellent choice for energy engineers, researchers, system operators, system regulators, and graduate students. - Provides chapters written by experts in the field - Goes beyond forecasting to apply optimization techniques to a wide variety of renewable energy system issues, from large scale to relatively small scale systems - Provides accompanying computer code for related chapters