Book Review

The utilization of wind power and other renewable energy sources has been growing at a phenomenal rate.  Wind Energy. Third Edition explores the wind industry from its inception in the 1970s to today. presents the design. aerodynamics. operation. control. applications. as well as different types of wind turbines. An overview of energy …

Electricity transmission and distribution (T&amp.D) networks carry electricity from generation sites to demand sites. With the increasing penetration of decentralised and renewable energy systems. in particular variable power sources such as wind turbines. and the rise in demand-side technologies. the importance of innovative products has never been greater. Eco-design approaches …

This market leading classic is a true comprehensive on-the-job reference. covering all aspects of getting electricity from the source to user via the power grid. Electric power transmission and distribution is a huge sector. and engineers require the real world guidance of this book in order to upgrade networks to …

Wireless Information and Power Transfer offers an authoritative and comprehensive guide to the theory. models. techniques. implementation and application of wireless information and power transfer (WIPT) in energy-constrained wireless communication networks. With contributions from an international panel of experts. this important resource covers the various aspects of WIPT systems such as …

With an increase of global energy demand arising in urban settlements. the key challenges for the urban energy transition include analysis of energy efficiency options and the potential of renewable energy systems within the existing building stock. making cities a key actor in the transition success. In Urban Energy Systems …

Dynamics and Control of Electric Transmission and Microgrids offers a concise and comprehensive review of the most recent developments and research in grid dynamics and control. In addition. the authors present a new style of presentation that highlights the role of transmission and distribution grids that ensure the reliability and …

Application of Smart Grid Technologies: Case Studies in Saving Electricity in Different Parts of the World provides a wide international view of smart grid technologies and their implementation in all regions of the globe. A brief overview of smart grid concepts and state-of-the art technologies is followed by sections that …

The creation of a flexible. efficient. digitized. dependable and resilient power grid may well be the best route to increasing energy efficiency &amp. security. as well as boosting the potential of renewable &amp. distributed power sources. This book covers smart grids from A-Z. providing a complete treatment of the topic. …

This book provides a unique multi- and interdisciplinary approach to energy conversion technologies by shedding light on the topic from both technological and ethical perspectives. It applies these concepts to examples of engineering problems related to energy conversion – an internal combustion engine and a fuel cell – in order …

This fully updated electrical safety guide is a practical. illustrated source of life-saving information designed for specific work environments. The book has been fully revised and expanded to conform to every current major electrical standard. including NEC. NESC. NFPA70E. IEEE 1584. and OSHA.    Written by experts in electrical operations. …