Renewable Energy - Volume 1: Solar, Wind, and Hydropower

Definitions, Developments, Applications, Case Studies, and Modelling and Simulation

1st Edition - April 28, 2023
Imprint: Academic Press
Editor: Abdul Ghani Olabi
Language: English
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Renewable Energy - Volume 1: Solar, Wind, and Hydropower: Definitions, Developments, Applications, Case Studies, and Modelling and Simulation is a comprehensive resource for those wanting an authoritative volume on the significant aspects of these rapidly growing renewable technologies. Providing a structured approach to the emerging technologies and advances in the implementation of solar, wind and hydro energy, the book offers the most requested and desirable practical elements for the renewable industry. Sections cover definitions, applications, modeling and analysis through case study and example.

This coordinated approach allows for standalone, accessible, and functioning chapters dedicated to a particular energy source, giving researchers and engineers an important and unique consolidated source of information on all aspects of these state-of-the-art fields.

Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
List of contributors
Section 1: Solar thermal energy
Chapter 1.1. Sun composition, solar angles, and estimation of solar radiation
Abstract
1.1.1 Sun composition and nature of sunlight
1.1.2 Solar radiation nomenclature
1.1.3 Solar time
1.1.4 Solar angles
1.1.5 Sun path diagram
1.1.6 Extraterrestrial solar radiation
1.1.7 Atmospheric attenuation
1.1.8 Terrestrial solar radiation
1.1.9 Total radiation on a tilted surface
1.1.10 Estimation of daily and hourly beam and diffuse radiation on tilted surface
1.1.11 Conclusion
References
Chapter 1.2. Development of solar thermal energy systems
Abstract
1.2.1 Historical background
1.2.2 Solar thermal energy systems
1.2.3 Conclusion
References
Chapter 1.3. Solar thermal energy applications
Abstract
1.3.1 Introduction
1.3.2 Applications of solar thermal energy
1.3.3 Conclusions
References
Chapter 1.4. Case studies and analysis of solar thermal energy systems
Abstract
Nomenclature
Abbreviations
Subscriptions
1.4.1 Introduction
1.4.2 Case Study #1—relative sun location
1.4.3 Case Study #2—performance assessment
1.4.4 Case Study #3—thermal energy storage
1.4.5 Case Study #4—solar collector
1.4.6 Conclusions
References
Chapter 1.5. Thermal analysis of solar collectors
Abstract
1.5.1 Thermal performance of non-concentrating solar collectors
1.5.2 Thermal performance of concentrating solar collectors
1.5.3 Conclusion
References
Chapter 1.6. Energy and exergy analyses of a photovoltaic/thermal (PV/T) air collector
Abstract
1.6.1 Introduction
1.6.2 PV modules and factors affecting the PV module performance
1.6.3 Thermal modeling of PV/T module using ANSYS Fluent
1.6.4 Conclusions
References
Section 2: Solar photovoltaics “PV” energy
Chapter 2.1. Introduction and definition of solar energy
Abstract
2.1.1 Introduction
2.1.2 Factors affecting the solar radiation energy
2.1.3 Characteristics of solar radiation energy
2.1.4 Earth radiation budget
2.1.5 The diffuse radiation
2.1.6 Factors affecting solar radiation intensity
2.1.7 Conclusion
References
Chapter 2.2. Developments of solar photovoltaics
Abstract
2.2.1 Introduction
2.2.2 First-generation solar photovoltaic cells
2.2.3 Second-generation solar photovoltaic cells
2.2.4 Third-generation solar photovoltaic cells and future trends
2.2.5 Advanced modules' architectural structures
2.2.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 2.3. Solar photovoltaics: challenges and applications
Abstract
2.3.1 Introduction
2.3.2 Background
2.3.3 Challenges
2.3.4 Applications of solar photovoltaics
2.3.5 Conclusions
References
Chapter 2.4. Technical review on solar photovoltaics
Abstract
Abbreviations
2.4.1 Introduction
2.4.2 Electron–hole recombination
2.4.3 Interconnections and degradation of performance
2.4.4 Capturing solar irradiance
2.4.5 Cleaning and cooling methods for photovoltaics
2.4.6 Environmental impacts
2.4.7 Conclusions
References
Chapter 2.5. Case studies and analysis of solar photovoltaics
Abstract
2.5.1 Introduction
2.5.2 Solar irradiance and photovoltaic characteristics
2.5.3 Photovoltaic system design
2.5.4 Photovoltaic’s life cycle economic analysis
2.5.5 Photovoltaic’s statistical data analysis
2.5.6 Conclusion
Appendix
References
Chapter 2.6. Modeling and simulation of solar photovoltaic energy systems
Abstract
Abbreviations
2.6.1 Introduction
2.6.2 Hybrid Optimization Model for Electric Renewables (HOMER) software
2.6.3 System Advisor Model (SAM)
2.6.4 Photovoltaic systems (PVsyst)
2.6.5 Photovoltaic Solar (PV-SOL)
2.6.6 Renewable Energy Technologies Screen (RETScreen)
2.6.7 Solar Pro
2.6.8 PV F-Chart
2.6.9 Conclusions
References
Section 3: Wind energy
Chapter 3.1. Introduction and definition of wind energy
Abstract
Nomenclature
Abbreviations
3.1.1 Introduction
3.1.2 Wind energy
3.1.3 Windmill
3.1.4 Wind turbines
3.1.5 Wind farm
3.1.6 Conclusions
References
Chapter 3.2. Developments of wind energy systems
Abstract
Abbreviations
3.2.1 Introduction
3.2.2 Wind turbine scale
3.2.3 Noise reduction
3.2.4 Wind turbine vibration control
3.2.5 Flexible wind turbine blades
3.2.6 Conclusions
References
Chapter 3.3. Applications of wind energy
Abstract
Nomenclature
Abbreviations
Subscripts
3.3.1 Introduction
3.3.2 Wind energy applications
3.3.3 Summary
3.3.4 Conclusions
References
Chapter 3.4. Review on wind energy systems
Abstract
Abbreviations
3.4.1 Introduction
3.4.2 Performance optimization
3.4.3 Cost assessment
3.4.4 Environmental impact
3.4.5 Energy storage for wind energy systems
3.4.6 Conclusions
References
Chapter 3.5. Case studies and analysis of wind energy systems
Abstract
Nomenclature
Abbreviations
Subscriptions
3.5.1 Introduction
3.5.2 Case study #1—power assessment
3.5.3 Case study #2—materials endurance
3.5.4 Case study #3—electrical equipment
3.5.5 Case study #4—gearbox
3.5.6 Case study #5—cost assessment
3.5.7 Conclusions
References
Chapter 3.6. Modeling and simulation of wind energy systems
Abstract
Nomenclature
Abbreviations
3.6.1 Introduction
3.6.2 Wind turbine models
3.6.3 Software tools
3.6.4 Conclusions
References
Section 4: Hydro energy
Chapter 4.1. Introduction and definition of hydro energy
Abstract
4.1.1 Introduction
4.1.2 Classification of hydropower
4.1.3 Overview of reaction and impulse turbine
4.1.4 Cavitation
4.1.5 Conclusion
References
Chapter 4.2. Development of hydropower technology
Abstract
4.2.1 Introduction
4.2.2 Types of hydro turbines
4.2.3 Conclusion
References
Chapter 4.3. Application and SWOT analysis of hydro energy
Abstract
4.3.1 Introduction
4.3.2 Category of hydropower schemes
4.3.3 SWOT analysis of hydropower energy sources
4.3.4 Conclusion
References
Chapter 4.4. A review on hydro energy
Abstract
4.4.1 Introduction
4.4.2 Hydropower development at a wastewater treatment facility
4.4.3 Technological advancement for lower-head hydroelectric wastewater treatment works
4.4.4 Toxic emissions from hydropower schemes
4.4.5 Environmental impact of hydro schemes as well as suggested remedies
4.4.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 4.5. Case studies and analysis of hydro energy systems
Abstract
Nomenclature
Abbreviations
Subscriptions
4.5.1 Introduction
4.5.2 Case study #1—head loss
4.5.3 Case study #2—hydro pump
4.5.4 Case study #3—hydro turbine
4.5.5 Conclusions
References
Chapter 4.6. Modeling and simulation of hydro energy systems
Abstract
Nomenclature
4.6.1 Introduction
4.6.2 Mathematical modeling for hydroelectric power station
4.6.3 Modeling of hydro turbines
4.6.4 Conclusion
References
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