Flow and Heat Transfer in Geothermal Systems

Flow and Heat Transfer in Geothermal Systems: Basic Equations for Description and Modeling Geothermal Phenomena and Technologies is the ideal reference for research in geothermal systems and alternative energy sources. Written for a wide variety of users, including geologists, geophysicists, hydro-geologists, and engineers, it offers a practical framework for the application of heat and flow transport theory. Authored by two of the world's foremost geothermal systems experts, whose combined careers span more than 50 years, this text is a one-stop resource for geothermal system theory and application. It will help geoscientists and engineers navigate the wealth of new research that has emerged on the topic in recent years. - Presents a practical and immediately implementable framework for understanding and applying heat and flow transport theory- Features equations for modelling geothermal phenomena and technologies in full detail- Provides an ideal text for applications in both geophysics and engineering