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Thermofluids in Sustainable Energy Systems

Fundamentals and Applications

  • 1st Edition - October 1, 2026
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: Zafar Said, Essam Abo-Zahhad
  • Language: English

Thermofluids in Sustainable Energy Systems: Fundamentals and Applications is an essential reference that delves into the intricate realm of energy conversion, thermal scienc… Read more

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Description

Thermofluids in Sustainable Energy Systems: Fundamentals and Applications is an essential reference that delves into the intricate realm of energy conversion, thermal science, and thermofluids, with a focus on sustainable energy systems. This book offers a comprehensive understanding of fundamental principles, up-to-date applications, and emerging innovations in the field of thermofluids, effectively bridging the gap between theory and practice. It aims to deliver a practical reference on thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer in sustainable energy systems. It equip readers, including students, researchers, engineers, and professionals, with a consolidated knowledge base that merges fundamental principles with practical applications, equipping them to address real-world challenges in energy conversion, thermal management, and energy-efficient solutions. This book addresses the problem of scattered and fragmented information by providing a unified, contemporary resource on thermofluids in sustainable energy systems. It offers readers an in-depth understanding of thermofluid phenomena in energy conversion and their application in various sustainable energy technologies. By unraveling the fundamental principles, challenges, and innovations in the field, the book provides readers the necessary knowledge and skills to contribute to the development and implementation of sustainable energy solutions.

Key features

  • Covers essential topics in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, energy conversion, and sustainable energy systems
  • Provides a comprehensive understanding of thermofluids in sustainable energy systems, utilizing practical examples, case studies, and computational modeling techniques to address real-world challenges
  • Emphasizes the significance of environmental impact and sustainability in energy systems, addressing environmental implications of various technologies, and providing strategies for developing eco-friendly systems

Readership

Students, researchers, and engineers involved in the study, development, and application of thermofluids in the context of sustainable energy systems

Table of contents

1. Introduction to Thermofluids and Sustainable Energy Systems

2. Fundamentals of Thermodynamics and Thermofluids

3. Fluid Mechanics in Thermofluid Energy Systems

4. Heat Transfer and Energy Conversion in Thermofluids

5. Thermofluids Aspects of Traditional Power Generation Technologies

6. Thermofluid Aspects of Renewable Energy Systems: Solar Power

7. Thermofluid Aspects of Renewable Energy Systems: Wind Power

8. Thermofluid Aspects of Renewable Energy Systems: Geothermal and Hydroelectric Power

9. Thermofluid Aspects of Energy Storage and Distribution Systems

10. Thermal Management in Energy-Efficient Buildings and Industrial Processes Using Thermofluids

11. Thermofluids in Sustainable Design and Energy Systems: An Architectural and Urban Science Perspective

12. Thermofluids Modeling and Simulation Techniques

13. Policy, Economics, and Regulatory Aspects of Thermofluids in Sustainable Energy

14. Advanced Control Strategies for Thermofluid Systems

15. Environmental Impact Assessment and Sustainability Analysis of Thermofluid Systems

16. Economic Analysis in Thermofluid Systems for Sustainable Energy

17. Hybrid Sustainable Energy Systems: Design and Applications

18. Innovations and Future Directions in Thermofluids for Sustainable Energy Systems

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: October 1, 2026
  • Language: English

About the editors

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Zafar Said

Dr. Zafar Said is currently working as a Distinguished Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the United Arab Emirates University, UAE. He received his doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Malaya, Malaysia, and completed his postdoctoral research at Khalifa University, UAE. Dr. Said is a recognized leader in energy technology, nanofluids, and sustainable energy. His major areas of interest include heat transfer, solar energy systems, and advanced thermofluids. His research focuses on battery thermal management, enhancement of solar collectors using nanofluids and turbulators, and the development of stable nanorefrigerants and nanolubricants. He also applies artificial intelligence and machine learning to predict thermophysical properties and optimize energy systems. He is the recipient of several prestigious awards, including the Khalifa Award for Education as Distinguished University Professor (2025), the Future Pioneer Award in Sustainability (2025), and Best Academic Research at the 13th Dubai Award for Sustainable Transport (2024). He has also received the Research and Innovation Award from the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (2022) and First Place in Scientific Research at the Excellence and Creative Engineering Award (2023) by the Society of Engineers, UAE. In recognition of his contributions, he has been consistently ranked among the world’s top 2% of scientists in the field of energy by Elsevier BV and Stanford University. In addition to his academic duties, he actively serves in editorial roles for several international journals and is a frequent keynote speaker at global conferences.
Affiliations and expertise
Distinguished Associate Professor, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department, College of Engineering, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates

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Essam Abo-Zahhad

Dr. Essam M. Abo-Zahhad is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Aswan University, Egypt, currently on leave serving as Assistant Professor at Liwa University, UAE. He earned his Ph.D. in Thermofluids Science from the Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology (E-JUST), in collaboration with the Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan.

With over 12 years of academic and research experience, Dr. Abo-Zahhad specializes in thermofluids, computational fluid dynamics, and energy systems engineering. His research spans advanced thermal management, solar energy technologies, high-concentration photovoltaic systems, microchannel heat sinks, and energy-efficient solutions for harsh, arid environments, areas of critical importance to global energy sustainability and climate resilience.

He has authored more than 50 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact international journals, as well as book chapters, conference contributions, and a U.S. patent. He has secured and contributed to multiple internationally funded research projects, with aggregate funding exceeding several hundred thousand dollars, through collaborations with leading institutions and industrial partners across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

Dr. Abo-Zahhad serves as a Guest Editor and Topical Collection Editor for several peer-reviewed journals and is actively engaged in editorial and peer-review activities across the thermofluids and energy engineering communities. He is the co-editor of Thermofluids in Sustainable Energy Systems: Fundamentals and Applications (Elsevier), an interdisciplinary reference that bridges thermofluids principles, renewable energy, and sustainability engineering to address global energy challenges.

Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Aswan University, Egypt