Download or read book Cooling from Open Water Surfaces written by W. McMillan and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book written by and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a thorough introduction to how Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) systems control temperature, air quality, and air circulation in a conditioned space.
Download or read book Biogeochemistry of Inland Waters written by Gene E. Likens and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2010-05-20 with total page 745 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A derivative of the Encyclopedia of Inland Waters, Biogeochemistry of Inland Waters examines the transformation, flux and cycling of chemical compounds in aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, combining aspects of biology, ecology, geology, and chemistry. Because the articles are drawn from an encyclopedia, they are easily accessible to interested members of the public, such as conservationists and environmental decision makers. This derivative text describes biogeochemical cycles of organic and inorganic elements and compounds in freshwater ecosystems
Download or read book Fundamentals of HVAC Systems SI written by Robert McDowall and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2006-12-18 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC)systems are omnipresent in modern buildings. This book is an introduction to all those involved in the specification, design, manufacture, installation, operation or maintainance of these systems. The book explains: • The objectives to be achieved by a system in terms of environmental control. • The description of a system - including primary equipment, means of distribution, space and load determination, and operating strategy. • The basic function of components that form HVAC systems. • The layout and functioning of common HVAC systems, including all-air systems, air-water systems, and all-water systems. • The strategies for operating systems and their basic means of control. • Identifying the most suitable type of system for different types of application. * Air-conditioning is a major growth industry, this introduction to how systems operate and how to select, design and operate them effectively * Endorsed by, and developed with ASHRAE, the leading trade body and recognised technical experts * Provides a thorough introduction to how HVAC systems function in controlling temperature, air quality, and air circulation in a controlled space.
Download or read book Encyclopedia of Inland Waters written by and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2009-01-13 with total page 2589 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Inland aquatic habitats occur world-wide at all scales from marshes, swamps and temporary puddles, to ponds, lakes and inland seas; from streams and creeks to rolling rivers. Vital for biological diversity, ecosystem function and as resources for human life, commerce and leisure, inland waters are a vital component of life on Earth. The Encyclopedia of Inland Waters describes and explains all the basic features of the subject, from water chemistry and physics, to the biology of aquatic creatures and the complex function and balance of aquatic ecosystems of varying size and complexity. Used and abused as an essential resource, it is vital that we understand and manage them as much as we appreciate and enjoy them. This extraordinary reference brings together the very best research to provide the basic and advanced information necessary for scientists to understand these ecosystems – and for water resource managers and consultants to manage and protect them for future generations. Encyclopedic reference to Limnology - a key core subject in ecology taught as a specialist course in universitiesOver 240 topic related articles cover the field Gene Likens is a renowned limnologist and conservationist, Emeritus Director of the Institute of Ecosystems Research, elected member of the American Philosophical Society and recipient of the 2001 National Medal of Science Subject Section Editors and authors include the very best research workers in the field
Download or read book Submerged and Floating Photovoltaic Systems written by Marco Rosa-Clot and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2017-11-16 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Submerged and Floating Photovoltaic Systems: Modelling, Design and Case Studies investigates how the use of photovoltaic systems in and on the water can create a positive synergy by increasing the cost effectiveness of PV systems, satisfying the local energy demand and creating positive effects on water. Tina and Rosa-Clot combine their wealth of experience to present a theoretical, numerical, experimental and design-focused analysis of water-integrated PV systems. The book is dedicated to providing a very accessible and understandable analysis of the theoretical and modeling aspects of these PV systems. The authors explore and analyze many existing projects and case studies which provide the reader with an understanding of common design and installation problems, as well as a thorough economic study to help the reader justify the adoption of this very clean method of creating renewable energy. Investigates the installation of photovoltaic systems and storage systems over and under the water’s surface Offers theoretical and practical explanations of how to study, analyze and design photovoltaic energy systems which are complemented by MATLAB simulations for an enhanced learning experience Considers how the use of submerged and floating photovoltaic systems can work to fulfill domestic energy demand
Download or read book Manual written by United States. Navy Dept. Bureau of Ships and published by . This book was released on 1943 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Fundamentals of HVAC Systems written by Robert McDowall and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2006-12-13 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC)systems are omnipresent in modern buildings. This book is an introduction for all those involved in the specification, design, manufacture, installation, operation or maintainance of these systems. Developed jointly with the ASHRAE Learning Institute, the leading and recognised technical experts in the industry. This Inch-Pound edition is primarily for use in US markets. An SI version is also available on ISBN 0123739985. The book explains: • The objectives to be achieved by a system in terms of environmental control. • The description of a system - including primary equipment, means of distribution, space and load determination, and operating strategy. • The basic function of components that form HVAC systems. • The layout and functioning of common HVAC systems, including all-air systems, air-water systems, and all-water systems. • The strategies for operating systems and their basic means of control. • Identifying the most suitable type of system for different types of application * Air-conditioning is a major industry and growing. Shows how systems operate and how to select, design and operate them efficiently to minimise installation cost and ongoing energy cost * Endorsed by, and developed with ASHRAE, the leading trade body and recognised technical experts * Provides a thorough introduction to how HVAC systems function in controlling temperature, air quality, and air circulation in a controlled space
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Download or read book Urban Climate and Adaptation Tools written by Teodoro Georgiadis and published by MDPI. This book was released on 2021-03-02 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is pressing evidence of phenomena, linked to meteorology and climate, which are modifying their temporal occurrence and which have a very evident impact on the safety and health of populations residing in cities. The urban problem at the beginning of the second set of twenty years of the new century requires a complete rethinking of the way of aggregation of man who, today, represents a large part of the world population due to increasingly accelerated urbanization processes over time. The human being has become a citizen, and within the city limits, he tries to develop his life expectancy by seizing opportunities from this. This search for well-being, understood as a complete state of man, at once physiological and psychological and social, can be thwarted by an urban structure that is not functionally capable of providing answers. The climate problem exacerbates this problem by strongly stressing the contradictions of living. Science, technology, and politics are today able to give answers if applied wisely in a joint effort, in a unit of language. This book proposes several solutions that can be implemented today, ranging from a full understanding of phenomena to adaptation policies for solving problems. The most pressing invitation is addressed precisely to politics to make cities more resilient and safe.
Download or read book Floating PV Plants written by Marco Rosa-Clot and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2020-02 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Renewable energy sources (RES) are one of the important instruments that human beings can use to tackle problems created by climate change. We expect a quick expansion of RES in the next few years. One important new technology is the floating photovoltaic (FPV) which is at its very beginning but which after only 10 years from its first proposal has already reached the target of 2 GWp of plants installed. This book explores the reasons for such growth and the advantages of this new technology. FPV plants are easily integrated into any human settlements and can use available fresh water as well as salt water near coastal areas. So their geographic potential is unlimited. Furthermore, their environmental impact is limited and the managing and decommissioning of plants are very cheap. The book offers a perspective on the many facets of this technology as well as an analysis of the economic aspect and of the final electricity cost which in a short time will go down to less than 50 $ per MWh. Contributions from different authors have helped in sectors such as the raft structure, the wave impact, and the environment problems. Investigates the installation of photovoltaic systems over the water's surface Offers theoretical and practical explanations on how to study, analyze and design photovoltaic energy systems Considers how the use of floating photovoltaic systems can work to fulfill domestic energy demand
Download or read book Sustainable Ho Chi Minh City Climate Policies for Emerging Mega Cities written by Antje Katzschner and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-12-01 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As climate change and urban development are closely interlinked and often interact negatively, this edited volume takes Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), Vietnam’s first mega-urban region as a case study to analyse its vulnerability to climate change and to suggest measures towards a more sustainable urban development. The book offers an overview on land use planning regarding the aspects of urban flooding, urban climate, urban energy and urban mobility as well as spatial views from the angle of urban planning such as the metropolitan level, the city, the neighbourhood and building level. It shows that to a significant degree, measures dealing with climate change can be taken from the toolbox of sustainable urban development and reflects how institutional structures need to change to enhance chances for implementation given socio-cultural and economic constraints. This is merged and integrated into a holistic perspective of planning recommendations, supporting the municipal government to increase its adaptive capacity. The authors are members of a German government funded research project on how to support HCMC’s municipal government to adapt to risks related to climate change.
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Download or read book Temperature and Humidity Independent Control THIC of Air conditioning System written by Xiaohua Liu and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2014-01-16 with total page 363 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Temperature and Humidity Independent Control (THIC) of Air-conditioning System focuses on temperature and humidity independent control (THIC) systems, which represents a new concept and new approach for indoor environmental control. This book presents the main components of the THIC systems, including dehumidification devices, high-temperature cooling devices and indoor terminal devices. Other relevant issues, such as operation and control strategy and case studies, are also included. This book is intended for air-conditioning system designers and engineers as well as researchers working with indoor environments. Xiaohua Liu is an associate professor at the Building Energy Research Center, Tsinghua University, China. Yi Jiang is a member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, the director of the Building Energy Research Center, Tsinghua University, China and the director of the China-USA Joint Research Center on Clean Energy. Tao Zhang is a Ph.D. candidate at the Building Energy Research Center, Tsinghua University, China.
Download or read book Heat and Water Vapor Exchange Between Water Surface and Atmosphere written by Wilfried Brutsaert and published by . This book was released on 1973 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
