Geothermal power plants principles, applications, case studies, and environmental impact

Now in its 3e, this single resource covers all aspects of the utilization of geothermal energy for power generation using fundamental scientific and engineering principles. Its practical emphasis is enhanced by the use of case studies from real plants that increase the reader's understanding o...

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Autor principal: DiPippo, Ronald (-)
Formato: Libro electrónico
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Amsterdam ; Boston : Butterworth-Heinemann c2012.
Edición:3rd ed
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Sumario:Now in its 3e, this single resource covers all aspects of the utilization of geothermal energy for power generation using fundamental scientific and engineering principles. Its practical emphasis is enhanced by the use of case studies from real plants that increase the reader's understanding of geothermal energy conversion and provide a unique compilation of hard-to-obtain data and experience. Important new chapters cover Hot Dry Rock, Enhanced Geothermal Systems, and Deep Hydrothermal Systems. New, international case studies provide practical, hands-on knowledge. <li
Notas:Description based upon print version of record.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (625 p.)
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781280582462
9786613612243
9780123947871