Book Review

In this book the authors first provide a comprehensive survey on the available studies on control. management. and optimization strategies in AC and DC microgrids. The authors then provide the design of a laboratory-scale microgrid system. Finally. a real-world implementation of the deigned framework is provided. This book paves the …

This title includes a number of Open Access chapters. This important book presents a selection of new research on wind turbine technology. including aerodynamics. generators and gear systems. towers and foundations. control systems. and environmental issues. This informative book: Introduces the principles of wind turbine design Presents methods for analysis …

This book discusses relevant microgrid technologies in the context of integrating renewable energy and also addresses challenging issues. The authors summarize long term academic and research outcomes and contributions. In addition. this book is influenced by the authors’ practical experiences on microgrids (MGs). electric network monitoring. and control and power …

This volume in the Encyclopedia of Sustainability Science and Technology. Second edition. provides a comprehensive overview of how waste-to-energy power plants (WTEs) can be built within or near cities to transform the non-recycled residues of society into electricity. heat. and metals.   With nearly one thousand WTE plants worldwide. waste …

DC electric power distribution systems have higher efficiency. better current carrying capacity and faster response when compared to conventional AC systems. They also provide a more natural interface with many types of renewable energy sources. Furthermore. there are fewer issues with reactive power flow. power quality and frequency regulation. resulting …

Handbook of Energy Efficiency in Buildings: A Life Cycle Approach offers a comprehensive and in-depth coverage of the subject with a further focus on the Life Cycle. The editors. renowned academics. invited a diverse group of researchers to develop original chapters for the book and managed to well integrate all …

An authoritative reference on the new generation of VSC-FACTS and VSC-HVDC systems and their applicability within current and future power systems. VSC-FACTS-HVDC and PMU: Analysis. Modelling and Simulation in Power Grids provides comprehensive coverage of VSC-FACTS and VSC-HVDC systems within the context of high-voltage Smart Grids modelling and simulation. Readers …

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Integrated Energy Systems for Multigeneration looks at how measures implemented to limit greenhouse gas emissions must consider smart utilization of available limited resources and employ renewable resources through integrated energy systems and the utilization of waste energy streams. This reference considers the main concepts of thermal and conventional energy systems …

Practical Wellbore Hydraulics and Hole Cleaning presents a single resource with explanations. equations and descriptions that are important for wellbore hydraulics. including hole cleaning. Involving many moving factors and complex issues. this book provides a systematic and practical summary of solutions. thus helping engineers understand calculations. case studies and guidelines …