This book describes the fundamentals and applications of compact heat exchangers in energy generation. The
text focuses on their efficiency impacts on power systems, particularly emphasizing alternative energy sources such as Concentrated Solar Power and nuclear plants.



The various types of compact heat exchanger surfaces and
designs are given thorough consideration before the author turns his attention
to describing how these compact heat exchangers can be applied to innovative plant designs, and how to conduct operational and safety analyses to optimize thermal efficiency. The book is
written at an undergraduate level, but will be useful to practicing engineers
and scientists as well.