Description

Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes is a definitive guide to the principles, design, and applications of solar energy systems for thermal processes. This comprehensive resource delves into the fundamentals of solar radiation, energy conversion, and heat transfer, providing a solid foundation for understanding solar thermal technologies. The book covers the design and optimization of solar collectors, thermal storage systems, and integrated solar applications for residential, industrial, and agricultural purposes. It emphasizes sustainability and efficiency, highlighting innovations in solar power for heating, cooling, and electricity generation. With detailed mathematical models, practical design methodologies, and case studies, it bridges the gap between theory and real-world application. Suitable for engineers, researchers, and students, Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes equips readers with the tools to harness solar energy effectively, contributing to renewable energy advancements and sustainable development in a carbon-conscious world.