Microfabricated power generation devices: design and technology

Micropower generation devices will someday replace batteries for man-portableelectronic appliances. The first book dedicated to micro power generation, the portable energy source of the near future, Microfabricated Power Generation Devices focuses on the technologies and methodologies for computer-aided conceptual design, covering the design, modeling, and simulation of micropower generation devices. Written by internationally recognized experts, the book takes readers from fundamentals and design aspects to numerous power generation strategies and system engineering, making it indispensable for materials scientists, chemists, physicists, process engineers, and those in power technology. INDICE: Introduction Microfabrication for Energy Generating Devices and Fuel Processors Fuel Processing for Hydrogen Generation Micro-fuel Cells Microscale Heat Engines Thermophotovoltaics Thermal Management and System IntegrationSelection of Alternatives and Process Design Structural Considerations Microreactor Engineering: Processes, Detailed Design and Modeling Design and Steady-State Operation Design of Hybrid Electrochemical Devices Control of Microreactors

• ISBN: 978-3-527-32081-3
• Editorial: Wiley-VCH
• Encuadernacion: Cartoné
• Páginas: 300
• Fecha Publicación: 28/01/2009
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés