Direct Energy Conversion Technologies - Paperback

by R. K. Singal (Author), Mehrzad Tabatabaian (Author)

Written in clear language, illustrated by diagrams, mathematical analysis, and numerical examplesm this book covers the mathematics and physics of both current conversion--solar cells, fuel cells, MHD, thermoelectric, and thermionic power generation--and discusses emerging conversion technologies such as solar thermal, nuclear fusion, and hydrogen energy.

Author Biography

Singal R. K.:
R. K. Singal, PhD is a university instructor with a specialty in wind and solar power.

Tabatabaian Mehrzad:
Mehrzad Tabatabaian holds a PhD from McGill University and is currently Chair of the BCIT School of Energy Research Committee. He has published several papers for scientific journals and conferences, and he has written textbooks on multiphysics and turbulent flow modelling, thermodynamics, and direct energy conversion. He holds several registered patents in the energy field and currently teaches courses in renewable energy and thermal engineering.