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Hardcover. A whole host of motivations are driving the development of the "renewables" industry- ranging from the desire to develop sustainable energy resources to the reduction of dangerous greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming. Editor(s): Hood, Elizabeth E.; Nelson, Peter; Powell, Randall. Num Pages: 376 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNBT; RNF; THX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 177 x 23. Weight in Grams: 880.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Iowa State University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 376
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813816944
- ISBN
- 9780813816944
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 256.24
€ 256.24
Paperback. Emphasizing practical applications, this introduction to solar photovoltaics explores solar radiation, solar cells and photovoltaic engineering. The environmental impact of photovoltaics is analyzed, and advanced topics, such as alternative storage arrangements, conclude the text. Editor(s): Markvart, Tomas. Series: UNESCO Energy Engineering. Num Pages: 298 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: THRH; THX. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 96 x 66 x 6. Weight in Grams: 533.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 298
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471988533
- ISBN
- 9780471988533
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 96.76
€ 96.76
Hardback. Solar Electricity Second Edition Edited by Tomas Markvart University of Southampton, UK ". warmly recommended as a comprehensive, introductory text on a subject which should become increasingly important. Editor(s): Markvart, Tomas. Series: UNESCO Energy Engineering. Num Pages: 298 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: THRH; THX. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 258 x 181 x 23. Weight in Grams: 718.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 298
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471988526
- ISBN
- 9780471988526
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 248.65
€ 248.65
Hardcover. Photovoltaic conversion is a process for the direct conversion of sunlight into electricity. This book is a survey of recent achievements in solar concentration techniques for photovoltaic electricity generation. Num Pages: 308 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: THRB; THX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 255 x 183 x 20. Weight in Grams: 634.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 308
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471967651
- ISBN
- 9780471967651
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 348.63
€ 348.63
Hardcover. Offers a foundation for understanding and implementing methods for reducing the environmental impact of the different forms of transportation - road, rail, air, and sea, and of both people and goods, including raw, as well as toxic, materials. This book presents practical and analytic techniques enhancing the integrity of transportation vehicles. Series: Environmentally Conscious Engineering, Myer Kutz Series. Num Pages: 368 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: THX; TR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 197 x 26. Weight in Grams: 796.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471793694
- ISBN
- 9780471793694
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 170.17
€ 170.17
Hardcover. A balanced introduction to tomorrow's energy sources Over the course of the next fifty years, there will be a shift in the quest for sustainble energy, including a major change in transportation from internal combustion engines burning petroleum-derived fuels to newer technology engines using new transportation fuels. Num Pages: 272 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: THX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 166 x 19. Weight in Grams: 514.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Wiley
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471772088
- ISBN
- 9780471772088
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.40
€ 128.40
Paperback. This work provides coverage of the relationship between the design and cost issues of large wind turbines. Using simple principles of engineering science, the authors develop a model for quantifying the weight and cost of variable machine sizes, enabling quantitative comparisons to be made. Num Pages: 200 pages, ill. BIC Classification: THRB; THX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 206 x 278 x 11. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471494560
- ISBN
- 9780471494560
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 423.31
€ 423.31
Hardcover. Separation and purification processes play a critical role in biorefineries and their optimal selection, design and operation to maximise product yields and improve overall process efficiency. Separations and purifications are necessary for upstream processes as well as in maximising and improving product recovery in downstream processes. Editor(s): Ramaswamy, Shri; Huang, Dr. Huajiang; Ramarao, Prof. Bandaru V. Num Pages: 608 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PN; TDCB; THX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 190 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1308.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 608
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470977965
- ISBN
- 9780470977965
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 196.75
€ 196.75
Hardcover. Biofuel Crop Sustainability brings together the basic principles of agricultural sustainability and special stipulations for biofuels, from the economic and ecological opportunities and challenges of sustainable biofuel crop production to the unique characteristics of particular crops which make them ideal for biofuel applications. Editor(s): Singh, Bharat. Num Pages: 480 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: THX; TVF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 178 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1004.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 480
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470963043
- ISBN
- 9780470963043
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 237.25
€ 237.25
Hardcover. Fungi and Lignocellulosic Biomass offers a comprehensive review of the use of fungi in efficient and cost-effective conversion of cellulosic biomass into fuel. Complete, up-to-date coverage ranges from the biochemical basis of cellulose degradation by fungi to the application of key fungal enzymes in the biofuel industry. Editor(s): Kubicek, Christian P. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSQ; THX; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 178 x 19. Weight in Grams: 752.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470960097
- ISBN
- 9780470960097
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 244.84
€ 244.84
Hardcover. This text provides an archival reference for the evolving field of biomaterials and their applications in society, focusing on their composition, properties, characterization, chemistry and applications in bioenergy, chemicals, and novel materials and biomaterials. Num Pages: 430 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TDC; THX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 158 x 26. Weight in Grams: 732.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 430
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470874196
- ISBN
- 9780470874196
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 163.84
€ 163.84
Hardcover. While solar (photovoltaic) electricy is a multi-billion dollar industry, solar hydrogen - the direct generation of hydrogen by solar irradiation - is in its infancy. This book offers the latest knowledge to scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs involved in photoelectrochemical systems and nanotechnology for the generation of hydrogen. Num Pages: 704 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TBN; THX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 187 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1372.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 704
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470823972
- ISBN
- 9780470823972
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 298.93
€ 298.93
Hardcover. This book will be focused on the modeling and control of the DFIM based wind turbines. In the first part of the book, the mathematical description of different basic dynamic models of the DFIM will be carried out. It will be accompanied by a detailed steady-state analysis of the machine. Series: IEEE Press Series on Power Engineering. Num Pages: 626 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: THX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 166 x 243 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1016.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 640
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470768655
- ISBN
- 9780470768655
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 157.51
€ 157.51
Hardcover. Renewable Energy is a clear introduction to the topics of climate protection and renewable energy, demonstrating the correlations between use of energy, energy prices, and climate change. It evaluates and analyzes the current world situation, whilst also giving essential and practical guidance on personal climate protection. Series: Wiley - IEEE. Num Pages: 320 pages, Illustrations maps. BIC Classification: THX. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 252 x 177 x 22. Weight in Grams: 834.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470747070
- ISBN
- 9780470747070
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 94.23
€ 94.23
Hardcover. This practical text is an essential source of information for those wanting to know how to deal with the variability that exists in every engineering situation. Using typical engineering data, it presents the basic statistical methods that are relevant, in simple numerical terms. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBT; THX; TJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 159 x 16. Weight in Grams: 412.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470745564
- ISBN
- 9780470745564
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 76.51
€ 76.51
Hardcover. First book focusing on tidal stream power systems Reviews the tidal resources around the world Complete analysis of tidal stream power systems Includes historical information on tidal science and biographical information on major figures Concentrates on engineering physical geography rather than engineering specifics. Num Pages: 342 pages, Illustrations , maps. BIC Classification: RBK; THRB; THX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 176 x 24. Weight in Grams: 734.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 342
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470724514
- ISBN
- 9780470724514
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 160.05
€ 160.05
Hardcover. With increasing concern over climate change and the security of energy supplies, wind power is emerging as an important source of electrical energy throughout the world. Modern wind turbines use advanced power electronics to provide efficient generator control and to ensure compatible operation with the power system. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: THX; TJF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 175 x 19. Weight in Grams: 648.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470714331
- ISBN
- 9780470714331
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 79.10
€ 79.10
Hardcover. Provides a complete overview of low energy cooling systems for buildings. An excellent data source on cooling performance for a wide range of sustainable energy technologies, such as energy reduction and thermal protection. It will appeal to a wide audience of engineers. Num Pages: 276 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: THX; TNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 249 x 171 x 20. Weight in Grams: 616.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 276
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470697443
- ISBN
- 9780470697443
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 99.29
€ 99.29
Hardcover. This book first covers power quality control, including various approaches to improve the power quality as well as conventional PI control, proportional-resonant control, and advanced repetitive control. It then analyzes, in detail, neutral line provision, where one topology and several control strategies are discussed. Series: Wiley - IEEE. Num Pages: 438 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: THRB; THX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 174 x 26. Weight in Grams: 802.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 438
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470667095
- ISBN
- 9780470667095
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.37
€ 118.37
Hardcover. Sets the stage for the development of sustainable, environmentally friendly fuels, chemicals, and materials Taking millions of years to form, fossil fuels are nonrenewable resources; it is estimated that they will be depleted by the end of this century. Num Pages: 496 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TDCB; THX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 163 x 30. Weight in Grams: 816.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470644102
- ISBN
- 9780470644102
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 153.72
€ 153.72
Hardcover. Wind energy is clean and sustainable and one of the fastest growing renewable energy resources in the world. Power conversion and control is one of the most important technologies in a wind energy system. The book covers a wide range of topics on wind energy conversion and control from an electrical engineering perspective. Series: IEEE Press Series on Power Engineering. Num Pages: 480 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: THX; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 164 x 30. Weight in Grams: 794.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 480
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470593653
- ISBN
- 9780470593653
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Condition: New
€ 138.99
€ 138.99
Hardcover. For researchers already familiar with biomass conversion technologies and for professionals in other fields, such as agriculture, food, and chemical industries, here is a comprehensive review of the emerging biorefinery industry. Editor(s): Yang, Shang-Tian; El Ensashy, Hesham A.; Thongchul, Nuttha. Num Pages: 488 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TDC; THX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 282 x 220 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1374.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 488
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470541951
- ISBN
- 9780470541951
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 174.56
€ 174.56
Hardcover. Focusing on challenges to the billion-ton renewable fuels vision, this book discusses the technological and business developments needed to industrialize biofuels on a global scale. Technological issues addressed include fermentation and downstream processing technologies, as compared to current industrial practice and process economics. Editor(s): Vertes, Alain A.; Qureshi, Nasib; Blaschek, Hans P.; Yukawa, Hideaki. Num Pages: 584 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNBT; THX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 248 x 175 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1096.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 584
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470513125
- ISBN
- 9780470513125
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 89.24
€ 89.24
Hardcover. This Second Edition has been updated to reflect the advances that have taken place since publication of the previous edition. Series: Wiley Series in Microwave and Optical Engineering. Num Pages: 648 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: THX; TJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 170 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1036.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 648
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470446331
- ISBN
- 9780470446331
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 189.16
€ 189.16