This book systematically analyses state-of-the-art technology and research related to desiccant dehumidification. It provides key insights into the current research direction, and presents global research and development interests.
It begins by offering a comprehensive review of conventional desiccants and their underlying engineering challenges. Fundamental material characteristic properties and factors critical to the desiccant synthesis are highlighted.
The applicability of next-generation advanced materials to address the challenges is documented, and the advantages of desiccant coated heat exchangers are evaluated. Lastly, the potential applications of desiccant dehumidifiers in various energy-connected applications are discussed, and case studies on industrial/building cooling systems are provided.
Specifically targeted at HVAC engineers, thermal scientists, energy-engineering researchers, and graduate-level students in the field, the technical content balances fundamental concepts and applications.
Chapter 1. Progressive development of solid desiccant dehumidification technology.- Chapter 2. Current state-of-the-art in desiccant dehumidifiers.- Chapter 3. Latest developments in the desiccant coated dehumidifiers.- Chapter 4. Advanced engineering analysis of desiccant coated dehumidifiers.- Chapter 5. Advanced energy-related applications of desiccants.
Dr. Vivekh Prabakaran currently works as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow with the Department of Mechanical Engineering, National University of Singapore (NUS). He completed his undergraduate coursework from BITS Pilani, India (2015) and worked as a research assistant at the Heat Transfer Laboratory of the Indian Institute of Science. Being the recipient of the prestigious President's Graduate Fellowship, he received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from NUlƒ,
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