Thermodynamic Optimization of Complex Energy Systems

Bejan, Adrian; Mamut, Eden

A comprehensive assessment of the methodologies of thermodynamic optimization, exergy analysis and thermoeconomics, and their application to the design of efficient and environmentally sound energy systems. The chapters are organized in a sequence that begins with pure thermodynamics and progresses towards the blending of thermodynamics with other disciplines, such as heat transfer and cost accounting. Three methods of analysis stand out: entropy generation minimization, exergy (or availability) analysis, and thermoeconomics.
The book reviews current directions in a field that is both extremely important and intellectually alive. Additionally, new directions for research on thermodynamics and optimization are revealed.

Details

Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 1999-07-31

Format: Paperback

ISBN-10: 9780792357261

ISBN-13: 9780792357261

DOI: 10.1007/978-94-011-4685-2

Dimensions: 240cm x160cm

Pages: 465