Concentrating Solar Thermal Energy - Fundamentals and Applications

The Sun, our star, has inspired scientists and engineers to research and develop solar energy, which can be used for light and heat. This book covers the entire chain of conversion from the Sun to the targeted energy vector, including solar resources, concentration and capture technologies, flows and transfers in solar receivers, materials with controlled optical properties, thermal storage, hybrid systems, and synthetic fuels.

Format: Hardback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 25 October 2022
Publisher: ISTE Ltd

The Sun, our radiant star, has ignited the curiosity of countless scientists and engineers, fueling hopes for a transformative shift in energy paradigms. Indeed, the applications of solar energy are vast and multifaceted, primarily due to its ability to harness both light and heat. Among these, photovoltaic (PV) conversion stands as the most well-known, but there are other modes of conversion, including photochemical, photobiological, photoelectrochemical, thermal, and thermochemical processes.

This comprehensive book delves into the entire conversion chain, from the Sun's radiant energy to the desired energy vector, encompassing heat, electricity, gaseous or liquid fuels. It begins with an up-to-date overview of the state-of-the-art technologies, followed by chapters that explore solar resources, concentration and capture techniques, the science of flows and transfers in solar receivers, materials with controlled optical properties, thermal storage, hybrid systems (PV-thermal), and synthetic fuels (hydrogen and synthetic gas). Written by a team of esteemed experts in the field, Concentrating Solar Thermal Energy offers a insightful perspective on the current landscape of knowledge regarding the latest applications of concentrating technologies.

The Sun's abundant energy and diverse applications have the potential to revolutionize our world, offering sustainable and clean alternatives to traditional energy sources. By exploring the full spectrum of solar energy conversion, we can unlock the immense potential of this renewable resource and pave the way for a brighter, more sustainable future.

Weight: 603g
Dimension: 235 x 156 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789450798