EES Chapter 3: Renewable Energy Sources
| Chapter | Hours | Mark Distribution | Topics |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 14 | 20 | – Solar Energy (radiation, thermal, photovoltaic) – Hydropower (sources, turbines, classifications) – Wind Energy (availability, turbines, wind parks) – Geothermal Energy (sources, uses) – Biomass & Bioenergy (synthetic fuels, conversion methods, biofuel cells) – Hydrogen Energy and Fuel Cell (basics, PEM, SOFC, production, storage, IGFC systems) |
This is the core chapter of the course, covering various renewable energy sources in depth. It begins with solar energy, discussing solar radiation, thermal energy applications, and photovoltaic (PV) technology. Next, it explains hydropower, including water sources, turbines, hydroelectric plant classifications (pico to large scale), and their efficiency. The unit also explores wind energy and its applications in turbines, wind farms, and power control. Geothermal energy and its uses are introduced, followed by biomass energy, focusing on different conversion processes (thermo-chemical, physio-chemical, biochemical) and biofuel cells. Finally, the chapter covers hydrogen energy and fuel cells, explaining electrochemistry basics, PEM and SOFC technologies, hydrogen production, storage methods, and advanced systems like IGFC. This unit holds the highest marks (20), making it a crucial area for exams.
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