Publisher's Synopsis
The present proceedings volume provides an overview of state-of-the-art developments in applications of heat pumps. As energy costs rise and non-renewable energy sources are depleted, the need for conservation is increasing. As a result, industrial heat pumps utilizing waste heat are achieving viability. The following topics are covered: applications of heat pumps; district and building heating; process applications; absorption systems; compressors and controls; and the future of large heat pumps.
