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Enhancing Resilience in Distribution Systems

1st Edition
November 1, 2024
Fangxing Fran Li + 2 more
English
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Enhancing Resilience in Distribution Systems presents practical guidance for readers on the challenges and potential solutions for resilience in modern power systems. The book begins by explaining the risks and problems for resilience presented by renewable-based power systems. It goes on to clarify the current state of research and propose several novel methodologies and technologies for analysis and improvement of power system resilience. These methods include deep learning, linear programming, and generative adversarial networks.Packed with practical steps and tools for implementing the latest technologies, this book provides researchers and industry professionals with guidance on the resilient systems of the future.

Grid-Forming Converters

1st Edition
November 1, 2024
Jingyang Fang + 4 more
English
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Grid-Forming Converters: Principles, Control, and Applications in Modern Power Systems is a pioneering guidebook to this state-of-the-art technology and its potential in enabling more-electronics grids and deep renewable integration for the energy systems of the future.Beginning with a clear explanation of the challenges presented for the standard synchronous generator or grid-tied converters by fossil-fuel phase-out and renewable integration, this book goes on to explain the fundamental concepts of grid-forming converters. Having established a solid foundational understanding the reader will learn practical techniques for implementation including design, control, analysis, and optimization. Finally, readers tackle case studies and example applications from energy storage to electric vehicles.From several of the foremost experts and educators in energy systems and power electronics, Grid-Forming Converters is an essential tool for students, professors and engineers working to make renewable-based grids a reality.

Internet-of-Things’ Cybersecurity in Critical Infrastructures

1st Edition
November 1, 2024
Monika Freunek
English
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Internet-of-Things’ Cybersecurity in Critical Infrastructures: Case Studies in Energy Systems takes readers from the basic principles of cybersecurity in essential public infrastructure to the specific requirements of energy systems connected to the Internet-of-Things. This book provides a holistic approach to the challenges (legal, technological, and human) of AI and IOT integration for renewable, modern energy infrastructure. It outlines the fundamental challenges and technologies of cybersecurity for essential infrastructure and goes on to apply this specifically to energy grids and systems, in the light of the ML, AI, and IOT technologies required for renewable integration. Case studies are provided to ensure the reader is fully equipped to problem-solve and apply the knowledge in the development and planning of secure energy infrastructure. Packed with a wealth of practical experience and guidance, Internet-of-Things’ Cybersecurity in Critical Infrastructures is a critical resource for energy system engineers looking for a primer on the cybersecurity needs of connected, renewable-integrated energy infrastructure.

Solar Energy Technologies in Cultural Heritage

1st Edition
November 1, 2024
Elena Lucchi
English
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Solar Energy Technologies in Cultural Heritage offers a complete overview of the solar renewable energy possibilities, developments, innovations, and challenges for cultural heritage applications, bridging the traditional boundary between research, professional practices, and policies, and between arts, architecture, engineering, and social science.Conservation of heritage buildings, particularly in urban settings, has evolved from purely physical preservation to making them functionally relevant for the modern day through redevelopment and repurposing. This opens the opportunity for the integration of active solar energy systems in buildings, towns, and landscapes. This book presents international contributions on the integration of solar renewable energies within cultural heritage, providing detailed coverage of the cultural, legislative, and social framework, design criteria and simulation tools, and innovative materials and technologies, and addressing key challenges.This is an essential resource for all those with an interest in solar energy technologies for built environment and particularly cultural heritage, including researchers, scientists, and graduate students, engineers, designers, developers, and policy makers.

Solid Oxide Fuel Cells Science and Engineering

1st Edition
November 1, 2024
Kongfa Chen + 2 more
English
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Solid Oxide Fuel Cells Science and Engineering: Fundamentals, Materials, and Technologies is a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of solid oxide fuel cells. In addition to systematically reviewing the science and technologies of solid oxide fuel cells, the book provides numerical simulations, engineering applications and other important guidance on the commercialization and engineering of solid oxide fuel cells.The opening chapters of the book systematically explain the fundamentals, key emerging materials and technologies of solid oxide fuel cells, including surface chemistry and segregation, and oxygen reduction and fuel (such as hydrogen) oxidation reactions. It then examines the latest developments of cathode and anode materials as well as the robust nanostructured electrodes fabricated by innovative approaches such as exsolution for efficient and durable solid oxide fuel cells. The development of solid oxide fuel cells stacks and systems are also explained within the context of practical application. Finally, the book critically evaluates the development and fundamental issues of reversible solid oxide cells, as a promising technology for energy storage and regeneration. Throughout the book, there is a focus on increasing the theoretical and practical efficiency of solid oxide fuel cells, such as by activity/stability towards high power densities and increasing device lifetimes for commercialization.With a unique approach unifying the theory and practice, Solid Oxide Fuel Cells Science and Engineering: Fundamentals, Materials, and Technologies is an invaluable introduction for students, researchers, and industry/commercial scientists interested in solid oxide fuel cells, and will be of interest to anyone seeking technologies on energy storage and regenerative renewable energy devices.

State-of-the-Art Geothermal Well Drilling Case Studies

1st Edition
November 1, 2024
Dan E Scott + 1 more
English
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State-of-the-Art Geothermal Well Drilling Case Studies provides updated information on technological advances and research in state-of-the-art performance of recent geothermal wells drilled for energy in the global push to reduce greenhouse gases.This text captures advances in a rapidly growing market that has adopted and adapted oilfield technologies to rapid scale development and production, as demonstrated through global examples in a case-study format. Different geologic formations and well trajectories require different drilling tools and drilling parameters to yield optimum results.Showcasing current examples of successful global geothermal well-drilling applications, this text provides readers, researchers, and industry professionals with the keys needed to rapidly scale geothermal drilling operations, a clean and abundant source of energy that supports sustainability and reduction of carbon emissions.

Microalgal Biofuels

1st Edition
November 1, 2024
Krishna Kumar Jaiswal + 2 more
English
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Microalgal Biofuels: Sustainable Production and Conversion is a comprehensive guide to the latest advancements in microalgal biofuels. The book provides systematic coverage of the processes of biofuel production, from microalgae biomass resources to biomass conversion processes and catalytic materials. It delves into the critical topic of sustainability, addressing LCA approaches to evaluate the environmental impacts of microalgal-based biofuels. It provides practical information and guidance on the latest strategies, opportunities, and challenges in the transition to sustainable bioenergy.Divided into four sections, the first section introduces the principles of microalgal biology and cultivation, including an overview of the different types of microalgae, their growth requirements, and the cultivation systems used for large-scale production. The second section explains the conversion of microalgal biomass into biofuels, including biodiesel, bioethanol, biogas, and hydrogen. Each chapter in this section covers a different biofuel pathway, highlighting the technological advancements, challenges, and opportunities for scaling up production. The third section of the book explores the sustainability aspects of microalgal biofuel production, including the use of waste streams and the integration of biofuel production with other industries. This section also covers the LCA approaches used to evaluate the environmental impacts of microalgal biofuels and the strategies for enhancing their sustainability. The fourth and final section of the book examines the commercialization and prospects of microalgal biofuels. This section covers the market potential of microalgal biofuels, the regulatory landscape, and the challenges and opportunities for the industry.Microalgal Biofuels: Sustainable Production and Conversionis an invaluable reference for students, researchers, and industrial practitioners working on biofuels, biotechnology, bioprocess engineering, and biomass conversion. The final section of the book may also be of interest to researchers and professionals involved in sustainability and environmental assessments of renewable energy and biofuels.

Geothermal Well Construction

1st Edition
November 1, 2024
Hani Ibrahim
English
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Geothermal Well Construction offers well-construction solutions to unleash the enormous potential of heat trapped underneath the Earth’s crust – and provides a roadmap for innovators to apply technologies and methodologies to reduce the cost of well construction for geothermal applications. This reference provides a toolbox of proven drilling plans for geothermal wells and explores innovative ideas and technologies that have evolved to exploit geothermal power for marked improvements in energy generation. The book progresses from origins of geothermal energy, extraction, the evolution of tools, design basics, requirements, and environmental considerations to provide the understanding needed to minimize costs of geothermal well construction, facilitating incremental increases in clean energy and power generated by geothermal resources and ultimately reducing carbon dioxide emissions. Geothermal industry professionals, energy engineers, well design engineers, tool design engineers, and students will find, in this book, a welcomed resource that aggregates approaches, tools and technologies into one toolkit that can be utilized in geothermal well construction applications.

Green Machine Learning and Big Data for Smart Grids

1st Edition
November 1, 2024
V. Indragandhi + 2 more
English
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Green Machine Learning and Big Data for Smart Grids: Practices and Applications is a guidebook to the best practices and potential for green data analytics when generating innovative solutions to renewable energy integration in the power grid. This book begins with a solid foundation in the concept of “green” machine learning and the essential technologies for utilising data analytics in smart grids. A variety of scenarios are examined closely, demonstrating the opportunities for supporting renewable energy integration using machine learning, from forecasting and stability prediction to smart metering and disturbance tests. Uses for control of physical components including inverters and converters are examined, along with policy implications. Importantly, real-world case studies and chapter objectives are combined to signpost essential information, and to support understanding and implementation. Part of the cutting-edge series ‘Advances in Intelligent Energy Systems’, ‘Green Machine Learning and Big Data for Smart Grids’ provides researchers, students, and industry practitioners with an understanding of the complex interactions and opportunities between data science and sustainable energy systems.

Biofuels and Bioenergy

1st Edition
November 1, 2024
English
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Biorefineries utilize renewable sources like biomass for the production of various biofuels using integrated conversion technologies and approaches. Currently, biorefinery approaches face many technical challenges. It is important to refine biorefinery concepts to overcome these challenges and make biorefineries commercially viable. Biofuels and Bioenergy: Biorefinery and Circular Bioeconomy Approaches covers the latest developments in biorefinery approaches for the production of biofuels like bioethanol, biobutanol, and biooil from lignocellulosic biomass, catalytic conversion of biooil into biofuels, biodiesel from non-edible vegetable oils, and biodiesel from microbial and macroalgal lipids. This book also covers biorefinery approaches for a circular bioeconomy and technoeconomic analysis of biofuels production. This book provides comprehensive information on biorefinery approaches for biofuels production for academicians, researchers, scientist and practicing engineers. This valuable reference also includes recent advancements in the utilization of biomass for bioenergy production and discusses the role of artificial intelligence to improvise process modelling and development.