Direct Energy Conversion Technologies

This book is designed for students and professionals who specialize in energy technologies and power plant engineering. It covers the mathematics and physics of both current conversion, such as solar cells, fuel cells, MHD, thermoelectric, and thermionic power generation, but also discusses emerging conversion technologies such as solar thermal, nuclear fusion, and hydrogen energy.


Features: 

Covers both current conversion technologies as well as emerging technologies, such as solar thermal, nuclear fusion, and hydrogen energy
Written in simple language, illustrated by diagrams, mathematical analysis, and numerical examples



1. Energy Conversion Technologies

2. Solar Cells

3. Fuel Cells

4. MHD Power Generation

5. Thermoelectric Power Generation

6. Thermionic Power Generation

7. Exploring New Energy Technologies

8. Solar Thermal Energy

9. Nuclear Fusion Energy

10. Hydrogen Energy

Index