Principles of Energetics
Principles of Energetics

Author: K.S. Spiegler

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2012-02-25

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9783642954368

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The purpose of this book is to lay the groundwork for the analysis and the design of processes with a view to energetic efficiency. Energetics is used in the original sense of the engineer W. J. M. Rankine (Proc. Roy. Philosoph. Soc. of Glasgow III, 381 [1955]) and the physical chemist J. N. Br\3nsted (Principles and Problems in Energetics, Interscience, New York, 1955), i.e., the macroscopic description of the flows of different forms of energy, and the general laws governing the mutual transforma tions of these flows. The prerequisite for the use of the book is a conventional course in equilibrium thermodynamics as usually taken in the junior (third) col lege year. The author believes that while knowledge about equilibria is essential, most engineers and many scientists are mostly interested in systems in which equilibrium has not yet been reached. In such systems, flow phenomena such as heat, mass and electricity transfer, as well as chemical reactions, can take place, and it is important to know the driv ing forces and laws governing the interactions of these flows.

Energy, Management, Principles
Energy, Management, Principles

Author: Craig B. Smith

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2013-10-22

Total Pages: 516

ISBN-13: 1483101568

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Energy Management Principles: Applications Benefits Savings discusses the general principles and methods of energy management. The book is comprised of 15 chapters that tackle fundamentals, methodologies, and case histories of energy savings. Chapters 1 and 2 discuss the background of world energy situation. The third chapter covers the general principles of energy management. Chapters 4 and 5 tackle the organization of an energy management program. Chapter 6 examines energy efficiency, and the following chapters deal with the engineering aspects of energy management. Chapters 11 and 12 cover the supplementary analytical techniques, while Chapter 13 deals with assessment and planning. Chapter 14 discusses energy management in future cities, and Chapter 15 presents the synopsis of the book. The book will be of great use to individuals who seek to understand the general principles and methods of energy management.

Principles of Energy
Principles of Energy

Author: Salem Press

Publisher: Salem Press

Published: 2021-02

Total Pages: 400

ISBN-13: 9781642657647

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Energy, the capacity of an object to do work, is one of the most fundamental principles, affecting nearly every aspect of life on this planet. This volume in the Principles of Science series provides readers with a comprehensive introduction to energy, covering basic concepts, possibilities, ethical issues, and potential consequences of energy.

The Power of Full Engagement
The Power of Full Engagement

Author: James E. Loehr

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2005-01-03

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 9780743226752

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The number of hours in a day is fixed, but the quantity and quality of energy available to us is not. This fundamental insight has the power to revolutionize the way you live. As Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz demonstrate in their groundbreaking New York Times bestseller, managing energy, not time, is the key to enduring high performance as well as to health, happiness, and life balance. Their Full Engagement Training System is grounded in twenty-five years of working with great athletes -- tennis champ Monica Seles and speed-skating gold medalist Dan Jansen, to name just two -- to help them perform more effectively under brutal competitive pressures. Now this powerful, step-by-step program will help you to: · Mobilize four key sources of energy · Balance energy expenditure with intermittent energy renewal · Expand capacity in the same systematic way that elite athletes do · Create highly specific, positive energy management rituals The Power of Full Engagement is a highly practical, scientifically based approach to managing your energy more skillfully. It provides a clear road map to becoming more physically energized, emotionally connected, mentally focused, and spiritually aligned -- both on and off the job.

Principles Of Fusion Energy: An Introduction To Fusion Energy For Students Of Science And Engineering
Principles Of Fusion Energy: An Introduction To Fusion Energy For Students Of Science And Engineering

Author: Archie A Harms

Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company

Published: 2000-06-15

Total Pages: 309

ISBN-13: 981310273X

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This textbook accommodates the two divergent developmental paths which have become solidly established in the field of fusion energy: the process of sequential tokamak development toward a prototype and the need for a more fundamental and integrative research approach before costly design choices are made.Emphasis is placed on the development of physically coherent and mathematically clear characterizations of the scientific and technological foundations of fusion energy which are specifically suitable for a first course on the subject. Of interest, therefore, are selected aspects of nuclear physics, electromagnetics, plasma physics, reaction dynamics, materials science, and engineering systems, all brought together to form an integrated perspective on nuclear fusion and its practical utilization.The book identifies several distinct themes. The first is concerned with preliminary and introductory topics which relate to the basic and relevant physical processes associated with nuclear fusion. Then, the authors undertake an analysis of magnetically confined, inertially confined, and low-temperature fusion energy concepts. Subsequently, they introduce the important blanket domains surrounding the fusion core and discuss synergetic fusion-fission systems. Finally, they consider selected conceptual and technological subjects germane to the continuing development of fusion energy systems.

Principles of Bioenergetics
Principles of Bioenergetics

Author: Vladimir P. Skulachev

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-12-15

Total Pages: 435

ISBN-13: 364233430X

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Principles of Bioenergetics summarizes one of the quickly growing branches of modern biochemistry. Bioenergetics concerns energy transductions occurring in living systems and this book pays special attention to molecular mechanisms of these processes. The main subject of the book is the "energy coupling membrane" which refers to inner membranes of intracellular organelles, for example, mitochondria and chloroplasts. Cellular cytoplasmic membranes where respiratory and photosynthetic energy transducers, as well as ion-transporting ATP-synthases (ATPases) are also part of this membrane. Significant attention is paid to the alternative function of mitochondria as generators of reactive oxygen species (ROS) that mediate programmed death of cells (apoptosis and necrosis) and organisms (phenoptosis). The latter process is considered as a key mechanism of aging which may be suppressed by mitochondria-targeted antioxidants.

Principles of Energy Conversion
Principles of Energy Conversion

Author: Archie W. Culp

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780070149021

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Intended for courses on energy conversion, power plants, or steam power systems offered to advanced undergraduates or graduate students. This book aims to acquaint readers with all aspects of broad and constantly changing area of energy conversion. The second edition includes new discussion of business fuels and systems, cold fusion and the Three Mile Island and Chernobyl reactor accidents.

Engineering Energy Storage
Engineering Energy Storage

Author: Odne Stokke Burheim

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2017-07-26

Total Pages: 236

ISBN-13: 0128141018

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Engineering Energy Storage explains the engineering concepts of different relevant energy technologies in a coherent manner, assessing underlying numerical material to evaluate energy, power, volume, weight and cost of new and existing energy storage systems. With numerical examples and problems with solutions, this fundamental reference on engineering principles gives guidance on energy storage devices, setting up energy system plans for smart grids. Designed for those in traditional fields of science and professional engineers in applied industries with projects related to energy and engineering, this book is an ideal resource on the topic. - Contains chapter based numerical examples, with applied industry problems and solutions - Assesses underlying numerical material for evaluating energy, power, volume, weight and cost of new and existing energy storage systems - Offers a cross-disciplinary look across electrical, mechanical and chemical engineering aspects of energy storage

Principles and Applications of Quantum Chemistry
Principles and Applications of Quantum Chemistry

Author: V.P. Gupta

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2015-10-15

Total Pages: 480

ISBN-13: 0128035013

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Principles and Applications of Quantum Chemistry offers clear and simple coverage based on the author's extensive teaching at advanced universities around the globe. Where needed, derivations are detailed in an easy-to-follow manner so that you will understand the physical and mathematical aspects of quantum chemistry and molecular electronic structure. Building on this foundation, this book then explores applications, using illustrative examples to demonstrate the use of quantum chemical tools in research problems. Each chapter also uses innovative problems and bibliographic references to guide you, and throughout the book chapters cover important advances in the field including: Density functional theory (DFT) and time-dependent DFT (TD-DFT), characterization of chemical reactions, prediction of molecular geometry, molecular electrostatic potential, and quantum theory of atoms in molecules. - Simplified mathematical content and derivations for reader understanding - Useful overview of advances in the field such as Density Functional Theory (DFT) and Time-Dependent DFT (TD-DFT) - Accessible level for students and researchers interested in the use of quantum chemistry tools