Advances in Sustainable Humidification-Dehumidification Thermal Desalination Systems

Advances in Sustainable Humidification-Dehumidification Thermal Desalination Systems presents the newest developments in humidification-dehumidification (HDH) systems and their applications for reducing energy usage in thermal desalination. This book is split into three parts, firstly outlining the principles, analysis, and optimization of HDH technology, its impact across the economy and environment, and the multi-stage approach for maximizing energy efficiency. This is followed by practical guides on implementing sustainable HDH systems within a variety of scenarios, from hybrid systems to refrigeration. Finally, the book provides a complete case study on materials and materials selection for the ideal HDH system across a wide range of applications. Showing how the major advances in this technology impact the energy requirements of fresh-water production, this book takes a reader from fundamental principles to sustainable real-world applications of HDH thermal desalination systems.

• Presents the fundamentals, principles, and technological overview of HDH desalination systems for minimal energy expenditure
• Details the modelling, application, and integration of HDH desalination systems in a variety of scenarios, as well as the process of material evaluation/selection
• Employs a mixture of methods, analysis, and applications to ensure readers not only understand the fundamentals but can also apply these across a range of real-world case studies
• Provides a guide to implementing the possibilities of HDH desalination through renewable and low-grade energy sources for a sustainable future