Introduction to Renewable Energy Conversions 1st Edition, Kindle Edition

Introduction to Renewable Energy Conversions examines all the major renewable energy conversion technologies with the goal of enabling readers to formulate realistic resource assessments. The text provides step-by-step procedures for assessing renewable energy options and then moves to the design of appropriate renewable energy strategies. The goal is for future engineers to learn the process of making resource estimates through the introduction of more than 140 solved problems and over 165 engineering related equations. More than 120 figures and numerous tables explain each renewable energy conversion type. A solutions manual, PowerPoint slides, and lab exercises are available for instructors.Key FeaturesCovers all major types of renewable energy with comparisons for use in energy systemsBuilds skills for evaluating energy usage versus environmental hazards and climate change factorsPresents and explains the key engineering equations used to design renewable energy systemsUses a practical approach to design and analyze renewable energy conversionsOffers a solutions manual, PowerPoint slides, and lab activity plans for instructors Read more