With hundreds of ORC power systems already in operation and the market growing at a fast pace, this is an active and engaging area of scientific research and technical development.
Authored by authoritative experts in the field, this long-awaited book provides multidisciplinary insights into the technological, economic, design, and optimization aspects of organic Rankine cycle (ORC) systems.
This book is an ideal resource for scientists, engineers and graduate and senior undergraduate students who need a better understanding of the science of cryogenics and related thermodynamics.
This book presents the physical and technical principles of promising ways of utilising renewable energies. In this context, firstly the main characteristics of the available renewable energy streams are outlined.
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