Flow and Heat Transfer in Geothermal Systems: Basic Equations for Describing and Modeling Geothermal Phenomena and Technologies

Flow and Heat Transfer in Geothermal Systems: Basic Equations for Description and Modeling Geothermal Phenomena and Technologies is the ideal reference for research in geothermal systems and alternative energy sources. Written for a wide variety of users, including geologists, geophysicists, hydro-geologists, and engineers, it offers a practical framework for the application of heat and flow transport theory. Authored by two of the world's foremost geothermal systems experts whose careers span more than 50 years combined, the text is a one-stop resource for geothermal system theory and application that helps geoscientists and engineers navigate the wealth of new research that has emerged on the topic in recent years. Presents a practical, and immediately implementable, framework for understanding and applying heat and flow transport theoryFeatures equations for modeling geothermal phenomena and technologies in full detailProvides an ideal text for applications in both geophysics and engineeringAuthored by two of the world's foremost geothermal systems experts whose collective careers span more than 50 years INDICE: 1: The geothermal system 2: The geothermal reservoir 3: Flow and heat transfer in geothermal reservoirs 4: Two-dimensional flow in porous media 5: Thermo-convection in fractured reservoirs 6: Heat transfer in reservoirs 7: Heat transfer in production wells 8: Flow and transfer in injection wells 9: Propagation of regions between injection and production wells

• ISBN: 978-0-12-800277-3
• Editorial: Elsevier
• Encuadernacion: Cartoné
• Páginas: 350
• Fecha Publicación: 01/10/2015
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés