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Energy and the Chemical Sciences
The 1977 Karcher Symposium
- 1st Edition - October 22, 2013
- Editors: S. D. Christian, J. J. Zuckerman
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 1 - 4 8 3 1 - 7 2 4 5 - 3
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 1 - 4 8 3 1 - 8 8 2 6 - 3
Energy and the Chemical Sciences: The 1977 Karcher Symposium is a collection of papers that discusses the relationship between chemistry and energy problems. The selection views… Read more
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Request a sales quoteEnergy and the Chemical Sciences: The 1977 Karcher Symposium is a collection of papers that discusses the relationship between chemistry and energy problems. The selection views the relationship from varying perspective. The text also tackles the relationship while giving consideration to factors such as engineering difficulties, economic constraints, feasibility, and public policy. The coverage of the text includes topics such as a biomimetic approach to solar energy conversion; prospects for non-biological storage of solar energy; and national energy policy and the role of congress. The book will be of use to scientists, engineers, and technicians who are involved in the research, development, and implementation of alternative energy technology.
PREFACE
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
LIST OF DISCUSSION LEADERS
LIST OF PARTICIPANTS
DR. J. CLARENCE KARCHER
Chapter 1: HYDROCARBONS VIA PHOTOSYNTHESIS
Abstract
INTRODUCTION
RESULTS OF SUBSTITUTION OF COAL FOR PETROLEUM
GREEN PLANT FACTORIES FOR SOLAR ENERGY CONVERSION
MATERIALS AND ENERGY FROM THE SUN
ANALYSIS OF HYDROCARBONS IN LATEX-PRODUCING PLANTS
CURRENT STATUS OF SEARCH FOR RENEWABLE RESOURCES
SYNTHETIC PHOTOSYNTHETIC SYSTEMS
SUMMARY
Chapter 2: A BIOMIMETIC APPROACH TO SOLAR ENERGY CONVERSION
Abstract
INTRODUCTION
BIOMIMETIC TECHNOLOGIES
THE PHOTOSYNTHETIC UNIT
CHLOROPHYLL AS ELECTROPHILE (ACCEPTOR)
CHLOROPHYLL AS DONOR
PHOTOREACTION CENTER CHLOROPHYLL
CHLOROPHYLL–WATER ADDUCTS
ELECTRON SPIN RESONANCE PROPERTIES OF CHLOROPHYLL–WATER ADDUCTS
PHOTOREACTION CENTER CHLOROPHYLL: THE SPECIAL PAIR
MODELS FOR PHOTOACTIVE CHLOROPHYLL SPECIAL PAIRS
SYNTHETIC PHOTOREACTION CENTERS
BIOMIMETIC LIGHT ENERGY CONVERSION
SUMMARY AND CONCLUSIONS
Chapter 3: PROSPECTS FOR NONBIOLOGICAL STORAGE OF SOLAR ENERGY
Abstract
Chapter 4: WHAT IS THE UNIVERSITY’S ROLE IN ENERGY RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Abstract
INTRODUCTION
THE CALTECH ENERGY RESEARCH PROGRAM
HEAT TRANSFER AND COMBUSTION
THERMAL POLLUTION REGULATIONS
GEOTHERMAL SOURCES
ION CYCLOTRON RESONANCE SPECTROSCOPY
SOLAR PHOTOCHEMISTRY
PLANAR SOLAR CONCENTRATOR
CONCLUSION
Chapter 5: THE PLACE OF CATALYSIS IN THE ENERGY PROBLEM
Abstract
INTRODUCTION
Chapter 6: CHEMISTRY: THE HEART OF ENERGY RESEARCH
Abstract
INTRODUCTION
ENHANCED OIL RECOVERY
CONVERSION OF HEAVY CRUDES AND RESIDUA TO CLEAN FUELS
COMBUSTION OF COAL AND CONVERSION TO CLEAN FUELS
BATTERIES FOR ENERGY STORAGE
CONVERSION OF SOLAR ENERGY
CONCLUSION
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Chapter 7: NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY AND THE ROLE OF CONGRESS
Abstract
AUTHOR INDEX
SUBJECT INDEX
- No. of pages: 158
- Language: English
- Edition: 1
- Published: October 22, 2013
- Imprint: Pergamon
- Paperback ISBN: 9781483172453
- eBook ISBN: 9781483188263
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