Thermofluid Modeling for Energy Efficiency Applications

Erscheinungsjahr 2015
ISBN: 978-0-12-802397-6
Verlag: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc

Buch, Englisch, 360 Seiten, Format (B × H): 237 mm x 161 mm, Gewicht: 674 g

Thermofluid Modeling for Sustainable Energy Applications provides a collection of the most recent, cutting-edge developments in the application of fluid mechanics modeling to energy systems and energy efficient technology.

Each chapter introduces relevant theories alongside detailed, real-life case studies that demonstrate the value of thermofluid modeling and simulation as an integral part of the engineering process.

Research problems and modeling solutions across a range of energy efficiency scenarios are presented by experts, helping users build a sustainable engineering knowledge base.

The text offers novel examples of the use of computation fluid dynamics in relation to hot topics, including passive air cooling and thermal storage. It is a valuable resource for academics, engineers, and students undertaking research in thermal engineering.

Zielgruppe

<p>Academics, researchers, graduate students and engineers in thermal engineering</p>

Autoren/Hrsg.

Khan, Mohammad Masud Kamal

Hassan, Nur M.S

Fachgebiete

• Technische Wissenschaften Energietechnik | Elektrotechnik Energieeffizienz
• Technische Wissenschaften Maschinenbau | Werkstoffkunde Technische Mechanik | Werkstoffkunde Strömungslehre
• Technische Wissenschaften Maschinenbau | Werkstoffkunde Technische Mechanik | Werkstoffkunde Technische Thermodynamik

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. Performance Evaluation of Hybrid Earth Pipe Cooling with Horizontal Piping System 2. Thermal Efficiency Modeling in a Subtropical Data Center 3. Natural Convection Heat Transfer in the Partitioned Attic Space 4. Application of Nanofluid in Heat Exchangers for Energy Savings 5. Effects of Perforation Geometry on the Heat Transfer Performance of Extended Surfaces 6. Numerical Study of Flow Through a Reducer for Scale Growth Suppression 7. Parametric Analysis of Thermal Comfort and Energy Efficiency in Building in Subtropical Climate 8. Residential Building Wall Systems: Energy Efficiency and Carbon Footprint 9. Cement Kiln Process Modeling to Achieve Energy Efficiency by Utilizing Agricultural Biomass as Alternative Fuels 10. Modeling and Simulation of Heat and Mass Flow by ASPEN HYSYS for Petroleum Refining Process in Field Application 11. Modeling of Solid and Bio-Fuel Combustion Technologies 12. Ambient Temperature Rise Consequences for Power Generation in Australia

Über Autor(innen)

Hassan, Nur M.S
Nur M. S. Hassan obtained his PhD in Engineering from Central Queensland University, Australia in 2011. He holds BSc degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science and is a recognized expert in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) at Central Queensland University. Dr. Hassan has wide experience in the experimental study and numerical simulation of engineering problems, particularly relating to fluid flow systems, heat transfer and renewable energy and has published over 42 scientific articles in journals and conferences including book chapters. He is a reviewer of scientific articles of several journals and is a member of the Australasian Fluid Mechanics Society, the Australian Fluid and Thermal Engineering Society, the Australian Society of Rheology and the Australasian Association of Engineering Education.

Khan, Mohammad Masud Kamal
Professor Masud Khan is currently the Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department at Auckland University of Technology, New
Zealand. He previously served as the Head of Department and School, Deputy Dean Research, School of Engineering and Technology
at Central Queensland University, Australia. His research and teaching interests are in thermofluids engineering, energy-efficient and
environmentally sustainable technologies including production, storage, and performance assessment of renewable energy, hydrogen,
and biofuels produced from various feedstock. He has made significant contributions in research providing fundamental solutions to
many complex projects, engineering education, and academic leadership. He spent three visiting professorial appointments in Canada
and the United States of America. He has over 410 publications including 3 edited books and 27 book chapters.