Computational Fluid Dynamics in Renewable Energy Technologies: Theory, Fundamentals and Exercises

This book is focussed at combining the concepts of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and renewable energy technologies. Besides introducing the fundamentals, the core of the book contains a series of practical examples providing useful information about the methods and smart solutions for CFD modelling of selected RES - based technologies. Each chapter includes theoretical introduction to the discussed topic, description of factors determining the efficiency and other important parameters followed by practical information concerning the CFD modelling methodology. Summary of the relevant recommendations and exemplary results with comments is also included.

Features:

• Provides practical examples on application of numerical methods in analysis of renewable energy processes.
• Includes introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) for practitioners.
• Explores selected aspects of the methodology used in CFD simulations of renewable energy technologies.
• Discusses tips and hints for efficient use of CFD codes functionalities.
• Contains additional exercise devoted to the geothermal systems.

This book is aimed at professionals, graduate students in energy engineering, renewable energy, CFD, energy systems, fluid mechanics, and applied mathematics.