Energy systems : a new approach to engineering thermodynamics /: a new approach to engineering thermodynamics. (2011)

• Record Type: Book
• Further Information: Note: By Renaud Gicquel.
• Other Names: Gicquel, Renaud
• Contents: Forewords, About the Author, General introduction, Structure of the book, Objectives, A working tool on many levels, Mind Maps, List of Symbols, Conversion Factors; ; ; I First Steps in Engineering Thermodynamics 1 A New Educational Paradigm; 1.1 Introduction; 1.2 General remarks on the evolution of training specifi cations; 1.3 Specifi cs of applied thermodynamics teaching; 1.4 A new educational paradigm; 1.5 Diapason modules; 1.6 A three-step progressive approach; 1.7 Main pedagogic innovations brought by Thermoptim; 1.8 Digital resources of the Thermoptim-UNIT portal; 1.9 Comparison with other tools with teaching potential; 1.10 Conclusion; References 2 First Steps in Thermodynamics: Absolute Beginners; 2.1 Architecture of the machines studied; 2.1.1 Steam power plant; 2.1.2 Gas turbine; 2.1.3 Refrigeration machine; 2.2 Four basic functions; 2.3 Notions of thermodynamic system and state; 2.4 Energy exchange between a thermodynamic system and its surroundings; 2.5 Conservation of energy: first law of thermodynamics; 2.6 Application to the four basic functions previously identified; 2.6.1 Compression and expansion with work; 2.6.2 Expansion without work: valves, filters; 2.6.3 Heat exchange; 2.6.4 Combustion chambers, boilers; 2.7 Reference processes; 2.7.1 Compression and expansion with work; 2.7.2 Expansion without work: valves, filters; 2.7.3 Heat exchange; 2.7.4 Combustion chambers, boilers; 2.8 Summary reminders on pure substance properties; 2.9 Return to the concept of state and choice of state variables to consider; 2.10 Thermodynamic charts; 2.10.1 Different types of charts; 2.10.2 (h, ln(P)) chart; 2.11 Plot of cycles in the (h, ln(P)) chart; 2.11.1 Steam power plant; 2.11.2 Refrigeration machine; 2.12 Modeling cycles with Thermoptim; 2.12.1 Steam power plant; 2.12.2 Gas turbine; 2.12.3 Refrigeration machine; 2.13 Conclusion 3 First Steps in Thermodynamics: Entropy and the Second Law; 3.1 Heat in thermodynamic systems; 3.2 Introduction of entropy; 3.3 Second law of thermodynamics; 3.3.1 Limits of the fi rst law of thermodynamics; 3.3.2 Concept of irreversibility; 3.3.3 Heat transfer inside an isolated system, conversion of heat into work; 3.3.4 Statement of the second law; 3.4 (T, s) Entropy chart; 3.5 Carnot effectiveness of heat engines; 3.6 Irreversibilities in industrial processes; 3.6.1 Heat exchangers; 3.6.2 Compressors and turbines; 3.7 Plot of cycles in the entropy chart, qualitative comparison with the carnot cycle; 3.7.1 Steam power plant; 3.7.2 Gas turbine; 3.7.3 Refrigeration machine; 3.8 Conclusion; II Methodology, Thermodynamics Fundamentals, Thermoptim, Components 4 Introduction; 4.1 A two level methodology; 4.1.1 Physical phenomena taking place in a gas turbine; 4.1.2 Energy technologies: component assemblies; 4.1.3 Generalities about numerical models; 4.2 Practical implementation of the double analytical-systems approach; 4.3 Methodology; 4.3.1 Systems modeling: the General System; 4.3.2 Systems-analysis of energy technologies; 4.3.3 Component modeling; 4.3.4 Thermoptim primitive types; 4.3.5 Thermoptim assets; References 5 Thermodynamics Fundamentals ; 5.1 Basic concepts, definitions; 5.1.1 Open and closed systems; 5.1.2 State of a system, intensive and extensive quantities; 5.1.3 Phase, pure substances, mixtures; 5.1.4 Equilibrium, reversible process; 5.1.5 Temperature; 5.1.6 Symbols; 5.2 Energy exchanges in a process; 5.2.1 Work δW of external forces on a closed system; 5.2.2 Heat transfer; 5.3 First law of thermodynamics; 5.3.1 Definition of internal energy U (closed system); 5.3.2 Application to a fluid mass; 5.3.3 Work provided, shaft work τ; 5.3.4 Shaft work and enthalpy (open systems); 5.3.5 Establishment of enthalpy balance; 5.3.6 Application to industrial processes; 5.4 Second law of thermodynamics; 5.4.1 Definition of entropy; 5.4.2 Irreversibility; 5.4.3 Carnot effectiveness of heat engines; 5.4.4 Fundamental relations for a phase; 5.4.5 Thermodynamic potentials; 5.5 Exergy; 5.5.1 Presentation of exergy for a monotherm open system in steady state; 5.5.2 Multithermal open steady-state system; 5.5.3 Application to a two-source reversible machine; 5.5.4 Special case: heat exchange without work production; 5.5.5 Exergy efficiency; 5.6 Representation of substance properties; 5.6.1 Solid, liquid, gaseous phases; 5.6.2 Perfect and ideal gases; 5.6.3 Ideal gas mixtures; 5.6.4 Liquids and solids; 5.6.5 Liquid-vapor equilibrium of a pure substance; 5.6.6 Representations of real fluids; 5.6.7 Moist mixtures; 5.6.8 Real fluid mixtures; References; Further reading 6 Presentation of Thermoptim; 6.1 General; 6.1.1 Initiation applets; 6.1.2 Interactive charts; 6.1.3 Thermoptim’s five working environments; 6.2 Diagram editor; 6.2.1 Presentation of the editor; 6.2.2 Graphical component properties; 6.2.3 Links between the simulator and the diagrams; 6.3 Simulation environment; 6.3.1 Main project screen; 6.3.2 Main menus; 6.3.3 Export of the results in the form of text file; 6.3.4 Point screen; 6.3.5 Point moist properties calculations; 6.3.6 Node screen; 6.4 Extension of Thermoptim by external classes; 6.4.1 Extension system for Thermoptim by adding external classes; 6.4.2 Software implementation; 6.4.3 Viewing available external classes; 6.4.4 Representation of an external component in the diagram editor; 6.4.5 Loading an external class; 6.4.6 Practical realization of an external class; 6.5 Different versions of Thermoptim 7 Basic Components and Processes; 7.1 Compressions; 7.1.1 Thermodynamics of compression; 7.1.2 Reference compression; 7.1.3 Actual compressions; 7.1.4 Staged compression; 7.1.5 Calculation of a compression in Thermoptim; 7.2 Displacement compressors; 7.2.1 Piston compressors; 7.2.2 Screw compressors; 7.2.3 Criteria for the choice between displacement compressors; 7.3 Dynamic compressors; 7.3.1 General; 7.3.2 Thermodynamics of permanent flow; 7.3.3 Similarity and performance of turbomachines; 7.3.4 Practical calculation of dynamic compressors; 7.3.5 Pumps and fans; 7.4 Comparison of the various types of compressors; 7.4.1 Comparison of dynamic and displacement compressors; 7.4.2 Comparison between dynamic compressors; 7.5 Expansion; 7.5.1 Thermodynamics of expansion; 7.5.2 Calculation of an expansion in Thermoptim; 7.5.3 Turbines; 7.5.4 Turbine performance maps; 7.5.5 Degree of reaction of a stage; 7.6 Combustion; 7.6.1 Combustion phenomena, basic mechanisms; 7.6.2 Study of complete combustion; 7.6.3 Study of incomplete combustion; 7.6.4 Energy properties of combustion reactions; 7.6.5 Emissions of gaseous pollutants; 7.6.6 Calculation of combustion in Thermoptim; 7.6.7 Technological aspects; 7.7 Throttling or flash; 7.8 Water vapor/gas mixtures processes; 7.8.1 Moist process screens; 7.8.2 Moist mixers; 7.8.3 Heating a moist mixture; 7.8.4 Cooling of moist mix; 7.8.5 Humidification of a gas; 7.8.6 Dehumidification of a mix by desiccation; 7.8.7 Determination of supply conditions; 7.8.8 Air conditioning processes in a psychrometric chart; 7.9 Examples of components represented by external classes; 7.9.1 Nozzles; 7.9.2 Diffusers; 7.9.3 Ejectors; References; Further reading 8 Heat Exchangers; 8.1 Principles of operation of a heat exchanger; 8.1.1 Heat flux exchanged; 8.1.2 Heat exchange coefficient U; 8.1.3 Fin effectiveness; 8.1.4 Values of convection coefficients h; 8.2 Phenomenological models for the calculation of heat exchangers; 8.2.1 Number of transfer units method; 8.2.2 Relationship between NTU and ε; 8.2.3 Matrix formulation; 8.2.4 Heat exchanger assemblies; 8.2.5 Relationship with the LMTD method; 8.2.6 Heat exchanger pinch; 8.3 Calculation of heat exchangers in Thermoptim; 8.3.1 “Exchange” proces
• Publisher Details: Place of publication not identified : CRC Press
• Publication Date: 2011
• Extent: 1 online resource (1064 pages)
• Subjects: 621.042; Thermodynamics; Energy facilities; Energy transfer; SCIENCE / Energy; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Environmental / General; SCIENCE / Mechanics / Dynamics / Thermodynamics
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 9781466515383; 1466515384
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