دانلود کتاب Advanced Energy Technologies and Systems I

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Preface Contents 1 Information Measurement System for Thermal Conductivity Studying Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Principle of Operation 3 Information Measurement System Design 4 Information Measurement System Software 5 System Calibration and Verification Errors of the Thermal Conductivity Measuring in the Operating Temperature Range 6 Methodology for Low Conductivity Materials Studying 7 Conclusions Acknowledgements References 2 Approaching a LFR Direct Steam Generation Power Plant Towards an Endoreversible Heat Engine Abstract 1 Introduction 1.1 Linear Fresnel Reflector 1.2 Direct Steam Generation in CSP 2 Proposal of a Conceptual DSG CSP 2.1 Solar Field: Linear Fresnel Reflector Description 2.2 Power Block 3 Thermo-hydraulic Model of the CSP Plants 3.1 Assumptions and Considerations 3.2 LFR Solar Field 3.3 Power Block 3.4 Results of the Thermo-hydraulic Model 3.5 Endoreversible Thermodynamics Comparison 4 Conclusions References 3 Intelligent Control and Monitoring of Biomass Comminution Process with the Use of Genetic Algorithms Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Issues of Artificial Intelligence and Machines’ Learning 2.1 Basics of Artificial Intelligence 2.2 Characteristics of Learning Systems 3 Application of Intelligent Control and Regulation Systems in Grinding Systems 4 Integration of Grinding System Modules as a Condition of Effective Monitoring and Control 5 Genetic Algorithm for Minimization of Energy Consumption and Emissivity of Grinding 5.1 Structure of the Developed Genetic Algorithm 5.2 Creation of a Control System for a Five-Disc Grinder by Means of Genetic Algorithm 6 Summary Acknowledgements References 4 Advances in Lignocellulosic Biomass Pretreatment Strategies Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Recalcitrant Structure of Lignocellulosic Biomass (LCB) 3 Methods Employed for Pretreatment of Lignocellulosic Biomass 3.1 Physical Methods 3.2 Chemical Methods 3.3 Physico-chemical Methods 3.4 Biological Methods References 5 Alternative Vehicle Fuels Management: Energy, Environmental and Economic Aspects Abstract 1 Introduction 2 Methodology 3 Reserves of Fossil Fuels 4 Overall Trends in the Crude Oil Market 5 Greenhouse Gas Emission Caused by Land Transport 6 Alternative Vehicle Fuels 7 Alternative Vehicle Fuels: Carbon Dioxide Emissions 8 Energy Indicators for Fuels 9 Economical Indicators 9.1 Fuel Energy Costs 9.2 Fuel Economy 10 Conclusions References