Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) Power Systems

Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) Power Systems

Author: Ennio Macchi

Publisher: Woodhead Publishing

Published: 2016-08-24

Total Pages: 700

ISBN-13: 0081005113

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Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) Power Systems: Technologies and Applications provides a systematic and detailed description of organic Rankine cycle technologies and the way they are increasingly of interest for cost-effective sustainable energy generation. Popular applications include cogeneration from biomass and electricity generation from geothermal reservoirs and concentrating solar power installations, as well as waste heat recovery from gas turbines, internal combustion engines and medium- and low-temperature industrial processes. With hundreds of ORC power systems already in operation and the market growing at a fast pace, this is an active and engaging area of scientific research and technical development. The book is structured in three main parts: (i) Introduction to ORC Power Systems, Design and Optimization, (ii) ORC Plant Components, and (iii) Fields of Application. - Provides a thorough introduction to ORC power systems - Contains detailed chapters on ORC plant components - Includes a section focusing on ORC design and optimization - Reviews key applications of ORC technologies, including cogeneration from biomass, electricity generation from geothermal reservoirs and concentrating solar power installations, waste heat recovery from gas turbines, internal combustion engines and medium- and low-temperature industrial processes - Various chapters are authored by well-known specialists from Academia and ORC manufacturers


Organic Rankine Cycle Technology for Heat Recovery

Organic Rankine Cycle Technology for Heat Recovery

Author: Enhua Wang

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2018-11-07

Total Pages: 202

ISBN-13: 1789843472

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This book on organic Rankine cycle technology presents nine chapters on research activities covering the wide range of current issues on the organic Rankine cycle. The first section deals with working fluid selection and component design. The second section is related to dynamic modeling, starting from internal combustion engines to industrial power plants. The third section discusses industrial applications of waste heat recovery, including internal combustion engines, LNG, and waste water. A comprehensive analysis of the technology and application of organic Rankine cycle systems is beyond the aim of the book. However, the content of this volume can be useful for scientists and students to broaden their knowledge of technologies and applications of organic Rankine cycle systems.


Applying Engineering Thermodynamics: A Case Study Approach

Applying Engineering Thermodynamics: A Case Study Approach

Author: Frank A Di Bella

Publisher: World Scientific

Published: 2021-05-20

Total Pages: 581

ISBN-13: 9811205256

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This textbook provides a strong foundation in the basic thermodynamics needed to analyze real-world engineering applications of thermodynamics in the field of energy systems. Written in a format readable to students new to the subject, this book will also help entrepreneurs venturing into the world of energy and power without a background in mechanical engineering.This book presents the basic theories of thermodynamics by focusing on the application of the subject matter to the most common applications of thermodynamics. It takes real-world problems from the author's over 40 years of experience as a practical, professional engineer and provides in-depth solutions to each problem using concepts the student has learned from earlier chapters. The case studies provide both examples of how thermodynamics is used in state-of-the-art tools to solve the case studies' problems, as well as ideas for future energy-efficient systems.Related Link(s)


Understanding Electric Utilities and De-Regulation

Understanding Electric Utilities and De-Regulation

Author: H. Lee Willis

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2018-10-03

Total Pages: 516

ISBN-13: 142002826X

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Power interruptions of the scale of the North American Blackout of 2003 are rare, but they still loom as a possibility. Will the aging infrastructure fail because deregulated monopolies have no financial incentives to upgrade? Is centralized planning becoming subordinate to market forces? Understanding Electric Utilities and De-Regulation, Second Edition provides an updated, non-technical description that sheds light on the nature of the industry and the issues involved in its transition away from a regulated environment. The book begins by broadly surveying the industry, from a regulated utility structure to the major concepts of de-regulation to the history of electricity, the technical aspects, and the business of power. Then, the authors delve into the technologies and functions on which the industry operates; the many ways that power is used; and the various means of power generation, including central generating stations, renewable energy, and single-household size generators. The authors then devote considerable attention to the details of regulation and de-regulation. To conclude, one new chapter examines aging infrastructures and reliability of service, while another explores the causes of blackouts and how they can be prevented. Based on the authors' extensive experience, Understanding Electric Utilities and De-Regulation, Second Edition offers an up-to-date perspective on the major issues impacting the daily operations as well as the long-term future of the electric utilities industry.


Waste Energy Harvesting

Waste Energy Harvesting

Author: Ling Bing Kong

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2014-03-25

Total Pages: 603

ISBN-13: 364254634X

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Waste Energy Harvesting overviews the latest progress in waste energy harvesting technologies, with specific focusing on waste thermal mechanical energies. Thermal energy harvesting technologies include thermoelectric effect, storage through phase change materials and pyroelectric effect. Waste mechanical energy harvesting technologies include piezoelectric (ferroelectric) effect with ferroelectric materials and nanogenerators. The book aims to strengthen the syllabus in energy, materials and physics and is well suitable for students and professionals in the fields.


Handbook of Thermal Management Systems

Handbook of Thermal Management Systems

Author: Fethi Aloui

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2023-08-24

Total Pages: 862

ISBN-13: 0443190186

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Handbook of Thermal Management Systems: e-Mobility and Other Energy Applications is a comprehensive reference on the thermal management of key renewable energy sources and other electronic components. With an emphasis on practical applications, the book addresses thermal management systems of batteries, fuel cells, solar panels, electric motors, as well as a range of other electronic devices that are crucial for the development of sustainable transport systems. Chapters provide a basic understanding of the thermodynamics behind the development of a thermal management system, update on Batteries, Fuel Cells, Solar Panels, and Other Electronics, provide a detailed description of components, and discuss fundamentals. Dedicated chapters then systematically examine the heating, cooling, and phase changes of each system, supported by numerical analyses, simulations and experimental data. These chapters include discussion of the latest technologies and methods and practical guidance on their application in real-world system-level projects, as well as case studies from engineering systems that are currently in operation. Finally, next-generation technologies and methods are discussed and considered. - Presents a comprehensive overview of thermal management systems for modern electronic technologies related to energy production, storage and sustainable transportation - Addresses the main bottlenecks in the technology development for future green and sustainable transportation systems - Focuses on the practical aspects and implementation of thermal management systems through industrial case studies, real-world examples, and solutions to key problems


Energy and the New Reality 1

Energy and the New Reality 1

Author: Leslie Daryl Danny Harvey

Publisher: Earthscan

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 673

ISBN-13: 1844079120

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Production Course for Hiring on Onshore Oil and Gas Rigs

Production Course for Hiring on Onshore Oil and Gas Rigs

Author: Petrogav International

Publisher: Petrogav International

Published:

Total Pages: 580

ISBN-13:

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Petrogav International provides courses for participants that intend to work on onshore oil and gas fields. Training courses are taught by professionals from the oil and gas industry with current knowledge and more than 25 years of field experience. The participants will get all the necessary competencies to work on the onshore oil and gas fields. It is intended also for non-drilling and non-production personnel who work in drilling, exploration and production industry. This includes marine and logistics personnel, accounting, administrative and support staff, environmental professionals, etc. This course provides a non-technical overview of the phases, operations and terminology used on onshore oil and gas fields. It is intended also for non-production personnel who work in the onshore drilling, exploration and production industry. This includes marine and logistics personnel, accounting, administrative and support staff, environmental professionals, etc. No prior experience or knowledge of drilling operations is required. This course will provide participants a better understanding of the issues faced in all aspects of oil and gas field operations, with a particular focus on the unique aspects of onshore production operations.