Alternative Energy and Shale Gas Encyclopedia by
This refence book has information relating to the scientific and technological aspects of Shale Gas and alternative energy. It is arranged by energy type including shale gas, wind, geothermal, solar, and hydropower. the book emphasizes practical applications of existing technologies, from design and maintenance, to operating and troubleshooting of energy systems and equipment.
Advances in Energy Systems: The large-scale renewable energy integration challenge by
The book covers a wide range of relevant issues related to the systemic changes for large-scale integration of renewable energy as part of the on-going energy transition.
The Crash Course: An Honest Approach to Facing the Future of Our Economy, Energy, and Environment, 2nd Edition by
This book delivers an incisive and eye-opening exploration that explains why it is the interconnectedness of the various crises that matters most. From energy shortages to climate instability, financial crises, supply chain disruptions, pandemics, war, and crop failures, you'll discover the common factor that is driving them all and how to adapt to volatile new realities and safeguard your own personal wealth, health, and community. In the book, you'll find effective solutions for living with unpredictability and change, as well as: a workable framework for understanding the "how" and "why" of dramatic societal, environmental, and economic transformation; a rich set of solutions, complete with examples, you can use to draw inspiration and motivation to act in your own life; and an expansive amount of new material, fully updated since the last edition. A transformative and thought-provoking strategic playbook for managing increasingly unexpected events, crises, and revolutions.
Design of Foundations for Offshore Wind Turbines by
This book is a comprehensive reference which covers the design of foundations for offshore wind turbines, and includes examples and case studies.
Energy Processing and Smart Grid by
This book provides an overview of how multiple sources and loads are connected via power electronic devices.
Line Loss Analysis and Calculation of Electric Power Systems by
This book presents the fundamentals and calculation of transmission line losses, their reduction, and economic implications. The book Introduces various technical measures for loss reduction, and appended with a large number of examples.
Natural Gas Processing by
This handbook provides everything you need to know about natural gas, including: fundamental background on natural gas properties and single/multiphase flow factors, how to pinpoint equipment selection criteria.
Nuclear Energy : An Introduction to the Concepts, Systems, and Applications of Nuclear Processes by
The book presents a comprehensive overview of radioactivity, radiation protection, nuclear reactors, waste disposal, and nuclear medicine. The book is restructured into three parts: basic concepts, nuclear power, and radiation and Its uses.
Oil and Gas Exploration: Methods and Application by
The study of oil and gas complexes and intrusions occurring in sedimentary basins is crucial for identifying the location of oil and gas fields and for making accurate predictions on oil findings.
Our Energy Future: Introduction to Renewable Energy and Biofuels by
This is an introductory textbook for the study of energy production, alternative and renewable fuels, and ways to build a sustainable energy future.
Power Line Communications: Principles, Standards and Applications from Multimedia to Smart Grid by
This book provides the reader with a wide coverage of the major developments within power line communications field.
Wind Power : Turbine Design, Selection, and Optimization by
This book details the technical attributes of various types of wind turbines, including new collinear windmills, orthogonal windmills.
