Computational modeling of shallow geothermal systems

• Main Author: Al-Khoury, Rafid.
• Format: eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Boca Raton : CRC Press, c2012.
• Series: Multiphysics modeling, 4
• Subjects: Heat exchangers > Thermodynamics.; Heat > Transmission > Mathematical models.; Heat equation.; Ground source heat pump systems.; elektronické knihy; electronic books
• ISBN: 9781439862865
• Physical Description: xviii, 233 p. : ill.

"Geothermal heat is a viable source of energy and its environmental impact in terms of CO2 emissions is significantly lower than conventional fossil fuels. Shallow geothermal systems are increasingly utilized for heating and cooling of buildings and greenhouses. However, their utilization is in...