Thermoplasmonic Nanorings for Passive Solar‐Responsive Smart Windows in Energy‐Efficient Building Applications
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202518295
Abstract: Reducing solar heat gain through windows is a major challenge in the pursuit of energy‐efficient buildings. Current smart window technologies aim to modulate near‐infrared (NIR) solar transmission suffering from limitations in transparency, responsiveness, and long‐term… read more here.
Keywords: nanorings passive; energy; energy efficient; thermoplasmonic nanorings ... See more keywords
An inclusive study on new conceptual designs of passive solar desalting systems
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DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2020.e05793
Abstract: Potable water is one of the vital necessities for the society. The assurance of availability of clean water to society is a big confront due to restricted accessibility of clean water on planet Earth. Solar… read more here.
Keywords: desalting systems; designs passive; passive solar; solar desalting ... See more keywords
A numerical and experimental study of a cellular passive solar façade system for building thermal control
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DOI: 10.1016/j.solener.2017.03.078
Abstract: Abstract About 39% of total energy in the United States is consumed in residential and commercial buildings. Passive Solar Design (PSD) strategies have been successful in reducing building energy consumption, however, they require a substantial… read more here.
Keywords: experimental study; system; numerical experimental; study cellular ... See more keywords
Evaluating potentials of passive solar heating renovation for the energy poverty alleviation of plateau areas in developing countries: A case study in rural Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, China
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DOI: 10.1016/j.solener.2019.05.049
Abstract: Abstract Energy poverty refers to a situation that people cannot access and use energy safely. It is a major challenge for the global energy system because of its negative impacts on household income, health, education,… read more here.
Keywords: heating; passive solar; plateau; energy poverty ... See more keywords
Theoretical and experimental study on selection of physical dimensions of passive solar greenhouses for enhanced energy performance
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DOI: 10.1016/j.solener.2019.07.089
Abstract: Abstract Space formation of passive solar greenhouses plays a dominant role in the creation of required lighing and thermal conditions and in increasing the efficiency of solar energy utilisation. In this study, the energy balance… read more here.
Keywords: physical dimensions; energy; passive solar; dimensions passive ... See more keywords
Residential Building Energy Conservation in Mediterranean Climate Zone by Integrating Passive Solar and Energy Efficiency Design Strategies
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DOI: 10.3390/buildings13041073
Abstract: Residential buildings have a list of functions, and one of the top priories is the thermal comfort of its occupants. Thermal comfort can be one of the measurements of successful building performance, and it can… read more here.
Keywords: energy; building; design; passive solar ... See more keywords
Assessment of Passive Solar Heating Systems’ Energy-Saving Potential across Varied Climatic Conditions: The Development of the Passive Solar Heating Indicator (PSHI)
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DOI: 10.3390/buildings14051364
Abstract: This study aims to evaluate the energy-saving potential of passive solar heating systems in diverse global climates and introduce a new indicator, the passive solar heating indicator (PSHI), to enhance the efficiency of building designs.… read more here.
Keywords: solar heating; passive solar; energy saving; saving potential ... See more keywords
Study on the Thermal Performance of a Hybrid Heat Collecting Facade Used for Passive Solar Buildings in Cold Region
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DOI: 10.3390/en12061038
Abstract: Passive solar technologies are traditionally considered as cost-effective ways for the building heating. However, conventional passive solar buildings are insufficient to create a relatively stable and comfortable indoor thermal environment. To further increase the indoor… read more here.
Keywords: heat; passive solar; heat collecting; solar buildings ... See more keywords
Comparison of Optimized and Conventional Models of Passive Solar Greenhouse—Case Study: The Indoor Air Temperature, Irradiation, and Energy Demand
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DOI: 10.3390/en14175369
Abstract: This study was carried out to optimize a computational model of a new underground passive solar greenhouse to improve thermal performance, storage, and saving of heat solar energy. Optimized and conventional passive solar greenhouse were… read more here.
Keywords: air temperature; solar greenhouse; passive solar; model ... See more keywords
Validation of a Passive Solar Drying System Using Pineapple
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DOI: 10.3390/foods13193081
Abstract: Wasted produce is a pertinent issue in agriculture, with billions of tons of produce going to waste even before it hits markets. Specifically, in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), nearly half of all produce is lost before… read more here.
Keywords: solar drying; solar dried; freeze dried; passive solar ... See more keywords