Exergy

This book deals with exergy and its applications to various energy systems and applications as a potential tool for design, analysis and optimization, and its role in minimizing and/or eliminating environmental impacts and providing sustainable development. In this regard, several key topics ranging from the basics of the thermodynamic concepts to advanced exergy analysis techniques in a wide range of applications are covered as outlined in the contents.

• Comprehensive coverage of exergy and its applications
• Connects exergy with three essential areas in terms of energy, environment and sustainable development
• Presents the most up-to-date information in the area with recent developments
• Provides a number of illustrative examples, practical applications, and case studies
• Easy to follow style, starting from the basics to the advanced systems

Autorentext

Ibrahim Dincer is a full professor of Mechanical Engineering at Ontario Tech. University (formerly University of Ontario Institute of Technology). Renowned for his pioneering works in the area of sustainable energy technologies he has authored/co-authored numerous books and book chapters, and many refereed journal and conference papers. He has chaired many national and international conferences, symposia, workshops and technical meetings. He has delivered many keynotes and invited lectures. He is an active member of various international scientific organizations and societies, and serves as editor-in-chief, associate editor, regional editor, and editorial board member on various prestigious international journals. He is a recipient of several research, teaching and service awards, including the Premier's research excellence award in Ontario, Canada. During the past six years he has been recognized by Thomson Reuters as one of The Most Influential Scientific Minds in Engineering and one of the most highly cited researchers.

Inhalt

Preface
Acknowledgement
Chapter 1. Thermodynamic Fundamentals
Chapter 2. Energy and Exergy Analyses
Chapter 3. Exergy, Environment and Sustainable Development
Chapter 4. Exergy of Applications by Industry
Chapter 5. Exergy in Policy Development and Education
Chapter 6. Exergy Analysis of Psychrometric Processes
Chapter 7. Exergy Analysis of Heat Pump Systems
Chapter 8. Exergy Analysis of Drying Processes and Systems
Chapter 9. Exergy Analysis of Thermal Energy Storage Systems
Chapter 10. Exergy Analysis of Renewable Energy Systems
Chapter 11. Exergy Analysis of Steam Power Plants
Chapter 12. Exergy Analysis of Cogeneration and District Energy Systems
Chapter 13. Exergy Analysis of Cryogenic Systems
Chapter 14. Exergy Analysis of Crude Oil Distillation Systems
Chapter 15. Exergy Analysis of Fuel Cell Systems
Chapter 16. Exergy Analysis of Aircraft Systems
Chapter 17. Exergoeconomic Analysis of Thermal Systems
Chapter 18. Sectoral Exergy Analysis
Chapter 19. Exergetic Life Cycle Assessment
Chapter 20. Exergy and Industrial Ecology
Nomenclature
References
Appendix A. Glossary
Appendix B. Conversion Factors
Appendix C. Thermophysical Properties
Subject Index