Energy technology and engineering

Besides covering topics like catalytic cracking, hydrocracking, and alkylation, this volume has chapters on waste water treatment and the economics of managing or commissioning the design of a petroleum refinery.

Without sensors most electronic applications would not exist-sensors perform a vital function, namely providing an interface to the real world.

For ease of use, this edition has been divided into the following subject sections: general principles; materials and processes; control, power electronics and drives; environment; power generation; transmission and distribution; power systems; sectors of electricity use.

Advances in Imaging and Electron Physics merges two long-running serials-Advances in Electronics and Electron Physics and Advances in Optical and Electron Microscopy.

Electric Motors and Drives is intended for non-specialist users of electric motors and drives, filling the gap between theory-based academic textbooks and the more prosaic 'handbooks', which provide useful detail but little opportunity for the development of real insight and understanding.

This book summarises work done and experience gained over the past three decades in the area of tribology in electrical environments.

The audio amplifier is at the heart of audio design.

Understand Amplifiers is a readable introduction for those with little previous knowledge of the subject.

Transformers and Motors is an in-depth technical reference which was originally written for the National Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee to train apprentice and journeymen electricians.

This revised edition puts the most current information about gas-handling systems and facilities at your fingertips.

Electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, molecular spectroscopy, optics and radiation form the foundations of the field.

Simplified Design of V/F Converters shows how to design and experiment with V/F converters, both voltage-to-frequency and frequency-to-voltage.

Simplified Design of Micropower and Battery Circuits provides a simplified, step-by-step approach to micropower and supply cell circuit design.

Signal Processing for Active Control sets out the signal processing and automatic control techniques that are used in the analysis and implementation of active systems for the control of sound and vibration.

The protection which is installed on an industrial power system is likely to be subjected to more difficult conditions than the protection on any other kind of power system.

Practical Transformer Handbook shows how a transformer can be put to use, common problems which a user will face, and which is the most appropriate in a particular situation.

Experienced product designers are increasingly expected to be adept at incorporating a range of components into their designs.

Power Electronics Design Handbook covers the basics of power electronics theory and components while emphasizing modern low-power components and applications.

Power Electronic Control in Electrical Systems fundamental concepts associated with the topic of power electronic control are covered alongside the latest equipment and devices, new application areas and associated computer-assisted methods.

Here is the latest edition of a compact reference that has been a real treasure for materials personnel for more than 15 years.

In this information-packed volume, the authors present mathematical models and analyses for evaluating, assessing, and describing the petroleum geology of the oil-rich South Caspian Sea Basin, including eastern Azerbaijan and western Turkmenistan.

The book provides both the theoretical and the applied background needed to predict magnetic fields.

OP Amps deliberately straddles that imaginary line between the technician and engineering worlds.

The operational amplifier ("e;op amp"e;) is the most versatile and widely used type of analog IC, used in audio and voltage amplifiers, signal conditioners, signal converters, oscillators, and analog computing systems.

Fifty years ago, in November 1947, Brown & Root helped Kerr-McGee build the first out-of-sight-land offshore platform that produced oil.

A truly accessible guide to TV technology and the Digital revolution.

This is the most exhaustive study to date on natural gas hydrates.

Represents the first widely available compendium of the information needed by those design professionals responsible for using rechargeable batteries.

Reference Data for Engineers is the most respected, reliable, and indispensable reference tool for technical professionals around the globe.

This comprehensive guide describes the various aspects of shale shaker design, applications, and improvements for maximizing efficiency.

Never before has so much ground been covered in a single volume reference source.

The next several years will see a massive emergence of hydrogen fuel cells as an alterative energy option in both transportation and domestic use.

Power transfer for large systems depends on high system voltages.

This book is a comprehensive reference source for practicing engineers and students specializing in electric power engineering and industrial electronics.

There is a tendency to make flow measurement a highly theoretical and technical subject but what most influences quality measurement is the practical application of meters, metering principles, and metering equipment and the use of quality equipment that can continue to function through the years with proper maintenance have the most influence in obtaining quality measurement.

This thoroughly updated edition of Fluid Catalytic Cracking Handbook provides practical information on the design, operation, troubleshooting, and optimization of fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) facilities.

This new edition is expanded to include 26 new man-hour tables on compressors, dryers, dampers, filters, coolers, and heaters.

This manual's latest edition continues to be the best source available for making accurate, reliable man-hour estimates for electrical installation.

Environmental Requirements for Electromechanical and Electrical Equipment is the definitive reference containing all of the background guidance, typical ranges, details of recommended test specifications, case studies and regulations covering the environmental requirements on designers and manufacturers of electrical and electromechanical equipment worldwide.

Thoroughly revised and significantly expanded, the Second Edition of Environmental Ecology provides new case studies and in-depth treatment of the effects of pollution and other disturbances on our oceans, lakes, forests, and air.

The "e;M*CORE"e; family of microprocessors is the latest 32-bit integrated circuit from Motorola designed to be a multi-purpose "e;micro-controller.

Switched reluctance motors have steadily increased in commercial importance since their introduction in the early 1980's, while their technology - especially of their electronic control - has made great progress.

Recent years have brought substantial developments in electrical drive technology, with the appearance of highly rated, very-high-speed power-electronic switches, combined with microcomputer control systems.

Digital storage oscilloscopes have long since completely supplanted analog storage oscilloscopes and have reached a degree of sophistication and performance which enable them to rival the most advanced real time oscilloscopes.

Deep Challenge blends oil-patch history, eyewitness accounts of disasters, and open access to the official files of Global Marine Inc.

The most complete manual of its kind, this handy book gives you all the formulas and calculations you are likely to need in drilling operations.

This third edition of Renewable Energy is undoubtedly one of the most complete accounts of the subject, from source through to extraction and use.

Geologists, engineers, and petrophysicists concerned with hydrocarbon production from naturally fractured reservoirs will find this book a valuable tool for obtaining pertinent rock data to evaluate reserves and optimize well location and performance.

Hardware and Computer Organization is a practical introduction to the architecture of modern microprocessors.

In Chemistry of Petrochemical Processes, readers find a handy and valuable source of information containing insights into petrochemical reactions and products, process technology, and polymer synthesis.