Dictionary of Energy

Informationen zum Autor Martin Counihan Klappentext Originally published in 1981. Every aspect of Energy - production, conversion and use - is discussed and explained in this unique dictionary. Comprehensive and well-illustrated entries cover fossil and other types of chemical fuel; hydro-electric and nuclear power; energy conservation; solar energy of every kind; wind, wave and tidal power. Every type of nuclear reactor is described, with emphasis on the energy technologies that have the greatest relevance and future promise.The first section is devoted to a careful explanation of the units used, with conversion tables; key concepts are precisely defined. The closing sections comprise tables of international energy statistics and a short bibliography. This is an excellent introduction and invaluable reference work for general readers, students and all workers in energy and energy-related fields. Zusammenfassung Originally published in 1981. Comprehensive and well-illustrated entries cover fossil and other types of chemical fuel; hydro-electric and nuclear power; energy conservation; solar energy of every kind; wind, wave and tidal power. Every aspect of Energy – production, conversion and use - is discussed and explained in this unique dictionary. Inhaltsverzeichnis Preface. Units. Dictionary of Energy. International Energy Statistics. Bibliography

Product details

• Authors: Martin Counihan
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.01.2021
• EAN: 9780367211288
• ISBN: 978-0-367-21128-8
• No. of pages: 170
• Series: Routledge Library Editions: Energy
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Technology > Mechanical engineering, production engineering; Social sciences, law, business > Business > Miscellaneous; Business & Economics / General, NATURE / Ecology, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Economics / Theory, ENERGY, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Industries / Energy, Reference works, Energy technology & engineering, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / International / Economics & Trade, Energy technology and engineering