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This handbook surveys the range of methods and fuel types used in generating energy for industry, transportation, and heating and cooling of buildings. Solar, wind, biomass, nuclear, geothermal, ocean and fossil fuels are discussed and compared, and the thermodynamics of energy conversion is explained.

Presents finite element approximation concepts, formulation, and programming in a format that streamlines the learning process. This book contains various topics in applications including cracks, semi-infinite and infinite domains, buckling, and thermal stress.

The CRC Handbook of Thermal Engineering, Second Edition, is a fully updated version of this respected reference work, with chapters written by leading experts.

This is a substantial revision of one of the first true primary texts in nanotechnology. The second edition was a CHOICE Award winner in 2011. Each chapter in the third edition has been thoroughly revised and updated. It adds a major new chapter on nanomedicine. It maintains the pedagogy along with the glossary. Vetted by a number of current and previous adopters, this text incorporates their comments in this new edition.

A guide on various things that engineers need to know to design pressure vessels. It covers the basic theories and principles behind the stress-limiting conditions in the codes and offers guidance for designing and building pressure vessels of different types.

Building upon the success of the first edition, the Nuclear Engineering Handbook, Second Edition, provides a comprehensive, up-to-date overview of nuclear power engineering. Consisting of chapters written by leading experts, this volume spans a wide range of topics in the areas of nuclear power reactor design and operation, nuclear fuel cycles, and radiation detection. Plant safety issues are addressed, and the economics of nuclear power generation in the 21st century are presented. The Second Edition also includes full coverage of Generation IV reactor designs, and new information on MRS technologies, small modular reactors, and fast reactors.

Reviewing several ways in which large amounts of energy can be stored so that it may be deployable by utilities, this handbook covers major topics including pumped hydroelectric systems, compressed air, and batteries. By considering the perspective of developers, planners, and legislators as well as engineers tasked with assessing and developing real energy storage systems, readers will find the information they need to make economic and practical decisions concerning renewable energy. Chapters on modeling for integration of wind and solar energy into the grid, hydrogen generation and storage, and thermal energy storage are included.

Examines both structural analysis and flow applications in a presentation designed for upper-level undergraduate and beginning graduate students, both within and outside of the engineering disciplines. This book includes a chapter on variational calculus, that shows how the functionals for structural analysis and flow problems are formulated.

Using a multidisciplinary approach that combines cutting-edge research, developments, and applications, this book provides information on the analysis, design, development, control, and operation of mechatronic systems. It focuses on the integrated design of practical engineering systems that include mechanics, and electronics.

Exploring how to counteract the world¿s energy insecurity and environmental pollution, this volume covers the production methods, properties, storage, engine tests, system modification, transportation and distribution, economics, safety aspects, applications, and material compatibility of alternative fuels. The esteemed editor highlights the importance of moving toward alternative fuels and the problems and environmental impact of depending on petroleum products. Each self-contained chapter focuses on a particular fuel source, including vegetable oils, biodiesel, methanol, ethanol, dimethyl ether, liquefied petroleum gas, natural gas, hydrogen, electric, fuel cells, and fuel from nonfood crops.