02353nam 2200457 450 991074115820332120220404180816.03-030-80843-2(CKB)4100000011983371(MiAaPQ)EBC6681024(Au-PeEL)EBL6681024(OCoLC)1261364911(BIP)080525348(EXLCZ)99410000001198337120220404d2021 uy 0engurcnu||||||||txtrdacontentcrdamediacrrdacarrierAdvances in desiccant dehumidification from fundamentals to applications /Vivekh Prabakaran and Kian Jon ChuaCham, Switzerland :Springer,[2021]©20211 online resource (164 pages)3-030-80842-4 Includes bibliographical references.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.HumidityControlDampness in buildingsHumidityControl.Dampness in buildings.697.9323Prabakaran Vivekh984033Chua Kian JonMiAaPQMiAaPQMiAaPQBOOK9910741158203321Advances in desiccant dehumidification3567482UNINA