1. Introduction. 2. Fundamentals of Energy Transformation. 3. Energy and Exergy Analysis. 4. Devices and Equipment for Energy Transformation. 5. Thermodynamic Cycles and Conventional Thermal Power Plants. 6. Renewable Energy and Power Plants. 7. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Power. 8. Efficiency Measurement. 9. Energy Economics and Audit. 10. Energy Storage Technology. 11. Future Trends and Research. Appendix.
Biography
Yongjian Gu is a professor at the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) and an adjunct professor at the New York Institute of Technology (NYIT), USA. He teaches thermal fluids, total energy systems and design, propulsion, steam turbines and marine components, gas turbines and auxiliary equipment, and engineering economics courses to undergraduate and graduate students. He holds a registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of New York. He also holds a certificate as a professional Oracle Database Administrator (DBA). Prior to teaching at academic institutions, he worked at industrial corporations, consulting firms, and the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) national laboratory as a senior mechanical engineer, project engineer, and lead engineer for many years. He has rich and valuable academic and professional experience in energy systems and system design, HVAC, piping, thermal fluids, and renewable energy applications. He has many publications in his areas of teaching and professional expertise. He serves as a peer reviewer and as an editor for multiple scientific and technical journals and conferences. He also serves on several professional committees and boards.
