Covers the basics of HVAC systems, including thermal comfort assessment, psychrometric processes, and key components, with practical examples and exercises.
Introduces the basics of heterogeneous catalysis, focusing on catalyst types, surface reactivity, and the role of surface energy in catalytic processes.
Covers the design and selection of working fluids for heating, cooling, and power generation, emphasizing the importance of balancing performance, safety, and sustainability.
Explores catalyst characterization methods, including gas adsorption, spectroscopy, and N2 physisorption, highlighting the importance of in situ/operando approaches for understanding catalyst behavior.
Explores sustainable high-performance cooling through liquid-vapor phase change, novel materials, and innovative cooling systems, aiming to address the challenges of increasing cooling demand and carbon emissions.
Provides a step-by-step guide on creating a Process Flow Diagram (PFD) in VALI and understanding the standard HP cycle through a thermodynamic diagram.