Sustainable Energy Conversion Systems

Catalog description

Modern static and dynamic conversion devices. Applications include thermoelectrics, magneto- hydrodynamics, electro-hydrodynamics, fuel cells, reciprocating and rotary energy converters. Current and future energy resources and factors affecting the rate of energy consumption. Comparison of alternative energy conversion systems, including limitations and efficiency of each, and the comparative effects on the environment. Previous knowledge of ENGR 23000 and ME 35600 (or equivalent courses) required.