Geothermal power plants :: principles, applications, case studies, and environmental impact /

Now in its 3rd edition, this single resource covers all aspects of the utilization of geothermal energy for power generation using fundamental scientific and engineering principles. Its practical emphasis is enhanced by the use of case studies from real plants that increase the reader's underst...

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1. Verfasser: DiPippo, Ronald
Format: Elektronisch E-Book
Sprache:English
Veröffentlicht: Amsterdam ; Boston : Butterworth-Heinemann, ©2012.
Ausgabe:3rd ed.
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Zusammenfassung:Now in its 3rd edition, this single resource covers all aspects of the utilization of geothermal energy for power generation using fundamental scientific and engineering principles. Its practical emphasis is enhanced by the use of case studies from real plants that increase the reader's understanding of geothermal energy conversion and provide a unique compilation of hard-to-obtain data and experience. Important new chapters cover Hot Dry Rock, Enhanced Geothermal Systems, and Deep Hydrothermal Systems. New, international case studies provide practical, hands-on knowledge. Provides coverage of all aspects of the utilization of geothermal energy for power generation from fundamental scientific and engineering principlesInternational case studies from real plants provide a unique compilation of hard-to-obtain data and experienceIncludes pivotal updates on advances in Hot Dry Rock, Enhanced Geothermal Systems, and Deep Hydrothermal Systems.
Beschreibung:1 online resource
Bibliographie:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780080982069
0080982069
9780123947871
0123947871
1280582464
9781280582462
9786613612243
6613612243
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