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

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

Features:

• provides practical examples on the application of numerical methods in the analysis of renewable energy processes,

• includes an introduction to 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 and graduate students in energy engineering, renewable energy, CFD, energy systems, fluid mechanics and applied mathematics.