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Books in Energy and power

Elsevier’s Energy and Power Collection offers the latest innovations in the energy transition with a focus on content that supports and advances the reduction of CO2 emissions. The collection includes content on solar, wind, geothermal, nuclear, biofuels and bioenergy, hydrogen and fuel cells, and addresses topics such as energy storage, efficiency, management, economics, and policy, among others.

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    • New Technology for Solar Photovoltaic/Thermal Comprehensive Utilization Systems

      Applications for Cold Regions
      • 1st Edition
      • Yanping Yuan + 4 more
      • English
      New Technology for Solar Photovoltaic/Thermal Comprehensive Utilization Systems: Applications for Cold Regions provides step-by-step coverage of innovative areas of solar/photovoltaic/t... (PV/T) hot water and heating systems, covering principles, structure, modeling, experimental testing, operating characteristics and optimization, and economic evaluation. The book begins by discussing the concepts, classification, advantages, and application methods of current solar hot water/heating systems, phase change storage, and connection methods. Several novel systems are investigated and analyzed, with applications in extreme cold and subtropical regions, including tank-type systems, dual-condenser heat pipe systems, heat pipe PV/T-Trombe wall systems, PV/T road heat pump systems, and PV/T-PCM-PEM electrolyzer hydrogen/heating systems.Finally, other new types of PV/T systems and building design considerations for special climate regions, and perspectives and future directions, are considered. This is a valuable resource for researchers, scientists, advanced students, engineers, R&D professionals, and other industrial personnel with an interest in solar photovoltaic/thermal (PV/T) technologies, solar energy, built environment, and renewable energy.

    • Chemical Looping Deoxygenated Gasification of Biomass

      A Renewable and Carbon-Neutral Energy Source
      • 1st Edition
      • Zhiqiang Sun + 1 more
      • English
      Chemical Looping Deoxygenated Gasification of Biomass: A Renewable and Carbon-Neutral Energy Source explores the emerging technology of chemical looping deoxygenated gasification, which offers a promising pathway for efficient biomass utilization. The book provides valuable insights into advancements, technological breakthroughs, and practical applications of biomass gasification, addressing the challenges of cost-effectiveness, scalability, and environmental impact. Sections provide an introduction to biomass cyclic conversion technology, including sorption-enhanced gasification, conventional chemical looping gasification, and chemical looping deoxygenated gasification, and cover the screening of deoxidizer materials using thermodynamic and machine learning approaches, system modeling, simulation, hydrogen production, carbon dioxide utilization, and the kinetics of biomass gasification. Each chapter provides detailed insights into the principles, methods, and applications of these technologies, all supported by real-world case studies, cost-benefit analyses, and lifecycle assessments. The book provides a thorough understanding of the technology's practical applications and economic viability, making it an essential reference for researchers, scientists, engineers, and professionals working in the bioenergy and biofuels sector.

    • Hybrid AC/DC Microgrids

      Optimization, Energy Management, and Protection
      • 1st Edition
      • Sayed Abulanwar + 4 more
      • English
      Hybrid AC/DC Microgrids: Optimization, Energy Management, and Protection is a practical and holistic guide to the opportunities and challenges of this essential energy system technology. The book builds from fundamental concepts of design and operation management to recent advances and specific, practical scenarios. Combining both power management and quality control with real-world risk assessments, the book's chapters cover power generation options, including wind, solar, and hydrogen. Modeling techniques, fault detection, and protection via both physical and AI methods are included and demonstrated, along with clearly formatted case studies, objectives, and worked problems to support reader understanding. Including guidance for protection and resilience in both normal and abnormal conditions, this book prepares students, researchers, and industry engineers to design and maintain energy grids that will weather climate change and support a clean energy future.

    • Flexible DC Traction Power Supply System in Urban Rail Transit

      Design, Operation and Control
      • 1st Edition
      • Chao Lu + 4 more
      • English
      Flexible DC Traction Power Supply Systems in Urban Rail Transit: Design, Operation and Control is an essential guide on the cutting-edge of the field that clarifies the current standard for power converters, traction control, and energy systems for rail transport before introducing basic concepts, configurations, and opportunities for flexible DC traction power supply systems. Other sections provide a detailed guide to operating principles and core functions in comparison to traditional diode rectifier-based traction power supply systems. This is a critical resource for energy and electrical engineers, researchers, and students developing the sustainable infrastructure of the future.Key techniques are analyzed with attentive reference to rail application context and appropriate case studies. The book closes with two full chapters of novel case studies from China that support practical application and further development by readers. Working from foundational principles to real-world applications.

    • Intelligent Control in Smart Energy Systems

      • 1st Edition
      • Satya Prakash Yadav + 3 more
      • English
      Intelligent Control in Smart Energy Systems provides a clear and practical guide to the implementation of Artificial Intelligent (AI) techniques in modern, sustainable energy systems. Building from essential theory to advanced application processes, this book outlines the essential challenge of control for renewable and distributed energy sources and applies a range of AI solutions from deep learning, data-driven decision-making, advanced control, and optimization algorithms for smart grids. Case studies and latest results cover control across design, development, and operation of smart energy systems, touching on control in generation, distribution, and supply.Catering to newly interdisciplinary researchers as well as those with a basic understanding of AI technologies, this book supports higher-stage undergraduates, graduate students, researchers, and system engineers in implementing best practice control techniques for a sustainable energy grid.

    • Microalgal Biofuels

      Biotechnology and Biorefineries
      • 1st Edition
      • Krishna Kumar Jaiswal + 1 more
      • English
      Microalgal Biofuels: Biotechnology and Biorefineries advances reader understanding of microalgal biofuels as a sustainable energy solution and encourages the transition to cleaner energy by highlighting cutting-edge biotechnologies and innovative practices for reducing CO2 emissions in the biofuel production process. Broken into five sections, the first section, Microalgal Biofuels: Biotechnology and Biorefineries presents the scientific underpinnings of biofuel production and explores cutting-edge biotechnologies that are transforming microalgal biofuel production. Section two, "Advanced Microalgal Biofuels," focuses on the latest developments in biodiesel production from microalgae and discusses the novel production methods and standards in the industry. The third section, "Microalgal Biorefineries,” provides an in-depth examination of the design, technologies, and impacts of microalgal biorefineries with emphasis on the importance of optimal biomass utilization. Section four, "Environmental and Co-Product Perspectives," explores the environmental benefits of microalgal biofuels and the potential use of co-products such as nutraceuticals, animal feed, and bioplastics that reinforce the concept of a circular bioeconomy. Finally, section five, "Future Trends and Case Studies," considers the future of microalgal biofuels and discusses market trends, commercial production challenges, and innovative case studies from the field. Researchers and professionals in the fields of bioenergy, biotechnology, renewable energy, and environmental science, as well as students studying related fields will benefit from this timely reference.

    • Solid Oxide Fuel Cells Science and Engineering

      Fundamentals, Materials, and Technologies
      • 1st Edition
      • Kongfa Chen + 2 more
      • English
      Solid Oxide Fuel Cells Science and Engineering: Fundamentals, Materials, and Technologies is a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of solid oxide fuel cells. In addition to systematically reviewing the science and technologies of solid oxide fuel cells, the book provides numerical simulations, engineering applications and other important guidance on the commercialization and engineering of solid oxide fuel cells. The opening chapters of the book systematically explain the fundamentals, key emerging materials and technologies of solid oxide fuel cells, including surface chemistry and segregation, and oxygen reduction and fuel (such as hydrogen) oxidation reactions.It then examines the latest developments of cathode and anode materials as well as the robust nanostructured electrodes fabricated by innovative approaches such as exsolution for efficient and durable solid oxide fuel cells. The development of solid oxide fuel cells stacks and systems are also explained within the context of practical application. Finally, the book critically evaluates the development and fundamental issues of reversible solid oxide cells, as a promising technology for energy storage and regeneration. Throughout the book, there is a focus on increasing the theoretical and practical efficiency of solid oxide fuel cells, such as by activity/stability towards high power densities and increasing device lifetimes for commercialization.

    • Artificial Intelligence for Energy Efficiency

      • 1st Edition
      • Dasheng Lee + 2 more
      • English
      Artificial Intelligence for Energy Efficiency is a comprehensive exploration of AI application technologies. The book integrates AI algorithms with the operational principles of electrical machinery and energy systems and introduces how these algorithms can alter the operational characteristics of such systems. With a focus on their use in enhancing energy efficiency, it imparts interdisciplinary knowledge and a deep understanding of the principles and methods of AI applications. The book begins with an overview of global trends in enhancing energy efficiency, followed by an introduction to AI algorithms applied in this field. Subsequent chapters, supported by industry case studies, delve into AI applications in enhancing motor efficiency, building and energy saving for building equipment, and smart city development. The book also addresses AI computing power saving and discusses the evolution of AI and the limits of energy efficiency improvement. It concludes with future prospects and the most beneficial application of AI for sustainable human development. Artificial Intelligence for Energy Efficiency is an essential read for graduate students in mechanical, electrical, architectural, and energy-related fields, as well as researchers interested in the intersection of AI and energy efficiency. This comprehensive guide offers a wealth of research case studies, making it a valuable reference tool for professionals in the energy sector.

    • Bioenergy Recovery from Biomass Waste

      • 1st Edition
      • Bing-Jie Ni + 1 more
      • English
      Bioenergy Recovery from Biomass Waste provides a new paradigm to gain insight into the technical management of biomass waste conversion into clean energy and products such as heat, electricity, gaseous and liquid biofuels, chemicals, and fertilizers. The book discusses chemical and biological treatment methods for sludge, food wastes, algae, lignocellulosic waste and livestock manure, providing a comprehensive understanding of biomass resource treatment. Detailed chapters consider the relevant environmental risks during the biomass conversion process, explore practical applications, and provide theoretical guidance for improving the sustainability of waste management, analyzing and comparing the impact of different types of treatment technologies in terms of greenhouse gas emissions and reductions. Finally, current policies, bottlenecks and opportunities for waste treatment technologies and high value products are addressed. This new volume in the Woodhead Series in Bioenergy is of interest to all those with an interest in biomass waste treatment, resource recovery, bioenergy, and clean energy, including graduate students, researchers, faculty, engineers, R&D, industry professionals, and policy makers.

    • Sustainable Waste-to-Energy

      Life Cycle Assessment and Economical Metrics
      • 1st Edition
      • Ashkan Nabavi-Pelesaraei + 1 more
      • English
      Sustainable Waste-to-Energy: Life Cycle Assessment and Economical Metrics is a comprehensive guide that provides an in-depth understanding of various Waste-to-Energy technologies, their environmental and economic impacts, and the role of Life Cycle Assessment in evaluating these systems. It offers detailed protocols for conducting Life Cycle Assessments, thorough economic assessments, and real-world case studies, making it a crucial tool for decision-making in the field of waste management and renewable energy. The book opens with a comprehensive overview of Waste-to-Energy technologies, their conversion methods, and future prospects. It then examines the integration of waste management and energy recovery in the circular economy, using case studies and SWOT analyses. The book further explores the life cycle evaluation of energy production from waste conversion processes and the role of Life Cycle Assessment in urban waste management. It provides an in-depth analysis of Waste-to-Energy technologies, their environmental impacts, and their role in sustainability. The book concludes with case studies on Waste-to-Energy projects, offering global perspectives on sustainability and decarbonization. Sustainable Waste-to-Energy: Life Cycle Assessment and Economical Metrics is an invaluable resource for academic and industry researchers, engineers, scientists, sustainability managers, policy advisors, and project leaders who are involved in the development, implementation, and refinement of Waste-to-Energy initiatives.

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