Energy Systems: A New Approach to Engineering Thermodynamics

Description

Considered as particularly difficult by generations of students and engineers, thermodynamics applied to energy systems can now be taught with an original instruction method. Energy Systems applies a completely different approach to the calculation, application and theory of multiple energy conversion technologies. It aims to create the reader’s foundation for understanding and applying the design principles to all kinds of energy cycles, including renewable energy. Proven to be simpler and more reflective than existing methods, it deals with energy system modeling, instead of the thermodynamic foundations, as the primary objective. Although its style is drastically different from other textbooks, no concession is made to coverage: with encouraging pace, the complete range from basic thermodynamics to the most advanced energy systems is addressed. The accompanying Thermoptim™ portal (http://thermoptim.org) presents the software and manuals (in English and French) to solve over 200 examples, and programming and design tools for exercises of all levels of complexity. The portal explains to the user how to build appropriate models to bridge the technological reality with the theoretical basis of energy engineering. Offering quick overviews through e-learning modules moreover, the portal is user-friendly and enables users to quickly improve their proficiency. Students can freely download the Thermoptim modeling software demo version (available in seven languages), and extended options are available to lecturers. A professional edition is also available and has been adopted by many companies and research institutes worldwide (www.s4e2.com). This volume is intended as a textbook for courses in applied thermodynamics, energy systems, energy conversion and thermal engineering taken by senior undergraduate and graduate-level students in mechanical, energy, chemical and petroleum engineering. Students should already have taken a first-year course in thermodynamics. The refreshing approach and exceptionally rich coverage make it a great reference tool for researchers and professionals as well. Dedication Contents Searching references in the thermoptim-unit portal (www.thermoptim.org) Foreword to the first edition • John W. Mitchell Foreword to the first edition • Alain Lambotte About the author General introduction Mind maps Credits list Symbols Acronyms Conversion factors 1 First steps in engineering thermodynamics 1 A new educational paradigm 2 Components, functions and reference processes 3 Modeling of simple cycles in thermodynamic charts and thermoptim 2 Complements for cycle studies 4 Combustion and heat exchangers 5 Steam systems components 6 Second law, entropy and exergy 7 Optimization by thermal integration ( pinch method) 3 Main conventional cycles 8 Variants of steam power plants 9 Conventional internal combustion engines 10 Combined cycle, cogeneration or CHP 11 Compression refrigeration cycles 12 Thermodynamics of moist mixtures and air conditioning 13 Liquid absorption refrigeration cycles 4 Innovative cycles including low environmental impact 14 Advanced gas turbine cycles 15 Stirling, future nuclear reactor and oxyfuel cycles 16 New and renewable thermal energy cycles 17 Evaporation, mechanical vapor compression, desalination and drying by hot gas 18 Electrochemical converters: fuel cells and electrolyzers General conclusion Index