Next Generation Renewable Thermal Energy Harvesting, Conversion and Storage Technologies is an essential guide for those interested in the field of renewable thermal energy. The book covers a wide range of topics, focusing on solar thermal, geothermal, and biomass energy. By presenting the fundamentals, advancements, and practical applications, the book bridges the gap in interdisciplinary knowledge. Readers will find valuable insights into the latest technological advancements and real-world case studies, making it a comprehensive resource for researchers, engineers, students, and policymakers. The book aims to inspire collaboration and innovation, contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable future.
The book is divided into three sections, each dedicated to a specific renewable energy source. The first section covers solar thermal energy, including solar collectors, concentrating solar power systems, and thermal energy storage. The second section focuses on geothermal energy, discussing exploration techniques, drilling technologies, and optimizing power generation. The last section explores biomass energy, emphasizing sustainability and the integration of biomass with other energy sources.
1. Cover image - p. c 2. Title page - p. iii 3. Copyright - p. iv 4. Dedication - p. v 5. Table of Contents - p. vii 6. Contributors - p. xvii 7. About the Editors - p. xxiii 8. Aim and Scope - p. xxvii 9. Foreword - p. xxix 10. Preface - p. xxxi 11. Acknowledgment - p. xxxiii 12. Section I Solar thermal energy - p. 1 13. Chapter 1 Recent technological developments in solar thermal energy harvesting technologies - p. 3 14. Chapter 2 Advances in solar collectors and concentrators - p. 63 15. Chapter 3 High-temperature heat transfer fluids for next-generation solar thermal energy systems - p. 91 16. Chapter 4 Harnessing solar thermal energy: Applications in process heating and power generation - p. 123 17. Chapter 5 Hybrid systems: Integrating solar thermal with other renewable sources - p. 149 18. Chapter 6 Design of high-performance nanomaterials for sustainable solar thermal energy absorption - p. 177 19. Chapter 7 Next-generation passive cooling: Leveraging phase change materials in thermal energy storage systems - p. 217 20. Chapter 8 Limitations, technological challenges, and recycling of thermal renewable energy systems - p. 233 21. Chapter 9 Phase change materials for next generation renewable thermal energy systems in existence of thermoelectric generator - p. 251 22. Chapter 10 Thermoelectric materials and devices for renewable thermal energy harvesting - p. 277 23. Chapter 11 Applications of solar thermal energy systems - p. 305 24. Chapter 12 Solar thermal drying systems for diverse applications: A sustainable approach - p. 335 25. Chapter 13 Innovative roughness techniques for enhanced heat transfer in double-pass solar air heaters for sustainable drying and buildings application - p. 369 26. Chapter 14 Enhancing hydrogen production: A study on steam reforming using advanced nanocomposites - p. 391 27. Chapter 15 Thermal management of Li-Ion batteries for enhanced performance in renewable energy integration - p. 405 28. Chapter 16 Impact of environmental factors on next-generation micro hydropower: An experimental investigation of silt erosion on pico pelton turbine performance - p. 429 29. Section II Geothermal energy - p. 447 30. Chapter 17 Geothermal energy harvesting: An experimental investigation of horizontal ground heat exchanger using centrifugal pump - p. 449 31. Chapter 18 Enhanced geothermal systems (EGSs) for electricity generation - p. 485 32. Chapter 19 Geothermal direct use in heating and cooling applications - p. 511 33. Section III Biomass energy - p. 533 34. Chapter 20 Advancements in hydrogen storage materials: Synthesis and applications - p. 535 35. Chapter 21 Biomass technologies - p. 547 36. Chapter 22 Dark-fermentation technology: A sustainable approach for biohydrogen production from waste biomass - p. 571 37. Chapter 23 Photofermentation: Harnessing solar energy for biohydrogen production - p. 589 38. Chapter 24 Metabolic engineering for biohydrogen production - p. 639 39. Chapter 25 Predictive modeling solar panel performance using artificial intelligence for evaluation - p. 689 40. Chapter 26 Green hydrogen production from renewable energy resources: Current status and future perspective - p. 699 41. Chapter 27 Microwave-driven biodiesel production from waste cooking oil: A parametric optimization approach for next-generation biofuel upcycling - p. 713 42. Index - p. 737
Next Generation Renewable Thermal Energy Harvesting, Conversion and Storage Technologies is an essential guide for those interested in the field of renewable thermal energy. The book covers a wide range of topics, focusing on solar thermal, geothermal, and biomass energy. By presenting the fundamentals, advancements, and practical applications, the book bridges the gap in interdisciplinary knowledge. Readers will find valuable insights into the latest technological advancements and real-world case studies, making it a comprehensive resource for researchers, engineers, students, and policymakers. The book aims to inspire collaboration and innovation, contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable future.
The book is divided into three sections, each dedicated to a specific renewable energy source. The first section covers solar thermal energy, including solar collectors, concentrating solar power systems, and thermal energy storage. The second section focuses on geothermal energy, discussing exploration techniques, drilling technologies, and optimizing power generation. The last section explores biomass energy, emphasizing sustainability and the integration of biomass with other energy sources.
1. Cover image - p. c 2. Title page - p. iii 3. Copyright - p. iv 4. Dedication - p. v 5. Table of Contents - p. vii 6. Contributors - p. xvii 7. About the Editors - p. xxiii 8. Aim and Scope - p. xxvii 9. Foreword - p. xxix 10. Preface - p. xxxi 11. Acknowledgment - p. xxxiii 12. Section I Solar thermal energy - p. 1 13. Chapter 1 Recent technological developments in solar thermal energy harvesting technologies - p. 3 14. Chapter 2 Advances in solar collectors and concentrators - p. 63 15. Chapter 3 High-temperature heat transfer fluids for next-generation solar thermal energy systems - p. 91 16. Chapter 4 Harnessing solar thermal energy: Applications in process heating and power generation - p. 123 17. Chapter 5 Hybrid systems: Integrating solar thermal with other renewable sources - p. 149 18. Chapter 6 Design of high-performance nanomaterials for sustainable solar thermal energy absorption - p. 177 19. Chapter 7 Next-generation passive cooling: Leveraging phase change materials in thermal energy storage systems - p. 217 20. Chapter 8 Limitations, technological challenges, and recycling of thermal renewable energy systems - p. 233 21. Chapter 9 Phase change materials for next generation renewable thermal energy systems in existence of thermoelectric generator - p. 251 22. Chapter 10 Thermoelectric materials and devices for renewable thermal energy harvesting - p. 277 23. Chapter 11 Applications of solar thermal energy systems - p. 305 24. Chapter 12 Solar thermal drying systems for diverse applications: A sustainable approach - p. 335 25. Chapter 13 Innovative roughness techniques for enhanced heat transfer in double-pass solar air heaters for sustainable drying and buildings application - p. 369 26. Chapter 14 Enhancing hydrogen production: A study on steam reforming using advanced nanocomposites - p. 391 27. Chapter 15 Thermal management of Li-Ion batteries for enhanced performance in renewable energy integration - p. 405 28. Chapter 16 Impact of environmental factors on next-generation micro hydropower: An experimental investigation of silt erosion on pico pelton turbine performance - p. 429 29. Section II Geothermal energy - p. 447 30. Chapter 17 Geothermal energy harvesting: An experimental investigation of horizontal ground heat exchanger using centrifugal pump - p. 449 31. Chapter 18 Enhanced geothermal systems (EGSs) for electricity generation - p. 485 32. Chapter 19 Geothermal direct use in heating and cooling applications - p. 511 33. Section III Biomass energy - p. 533 34. Chapter 20 Advancements in hydrogen storage materials: Synthesis and applications - p. 535 35. Chapter 21 Biomass technologies - p. 547 36. Chapter 22 Dark-fermentation technology: A sustainable approach for biohydrogen production from waste biomass - p. 571 37. Chapter 23 Photofermentation: Harnessing solar energy for biohydrogen production - p. 589 38. Chapter 24 Metabolic engineering for biohydrogen production - p. 639 39. Chapter 25 Predictive modeling solar panel performance using artificial intelligence for evaluation - p. 689 40. Chapter 26 Green hydrogen production from renewable energy resources: Current status and future perspective - p. 699 41. Chapter 27 Microwave-driven biodiesel production from waste cooking oil: A parametric optimization approach for next-generation biofuel upcycling - p. 713 42. Index - p. 737
