Experimental investigation of solar‐assisted transcritical CO2 Rankine cycle for summer and winter conditions from exergetic point of view
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DOI: 10.1002/er.4997
Abstract: This study deals with energy and exergy analysis of the experimental solar‐assisted Rankine cycle working with an environmentally friendly working fluid transcritical CO2. The experimental system consists of evacuated solar collectors, a heat recovery system,… read more here.
Keywords: system; winter; cycle; co2 ... See more keywords
A review of solar and solar-assisted drying of fresh produce: state of the art, drying kinetics, and product qualities.
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DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.12660
Abstract: BACKGROUND Global demand exists for high-quality fresh produce. Nevertheless, the quality of fresh produce is severely impacted by its perishability due to its high moisture content. Therefore, fresh produces are preserved using artificial dryers (hot-air… read more here.
Keywords: quality; produce; fresh produce; solar drying ... See more keywords
Investigation on a direct-expansion solar-assisted heat pump with a novel hybrid compound parabolic concentrator/photovoltaic/fin evaporator
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2021.117279
Abstract: Abstract The evaporator of a traditional photovoltaic solar-assisted heat pump generally covers a large area to meet the heating demand and the performance is poor under low or no irradiation. Many scholars connected an additional… read more here.
Keywords: solar assisted; heat; evaporator; photovoltaic ... See more keywords
Multi-objective optimization of a solar-assisted heat pump for swimming pool heating using genetic algorithm
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DOI: 10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2018.06.067
Abstract: Abstract A proper assessment of heating systems for swimming pools should evaluate the compromise between comfort level and the willingness to pay for it. The present work presents a multi-objective optimization of indirect solar assisted… read more here.
Keywords: solar assisted; heat pump; swimming pool; optimization ... See more keywords
Exergy analysis of a solar-assisted air-conditioning system: Case study in southern Spain
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DOI: 10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2018.10.132
Abstract: Abstract This work describes the exergy analysis applied to a single effect LiBr - H 2 O refrigeration system working together with a flat-plate-collector array. The main objective was to properly match the refrigeration cycle… read more here.
Keywords: conditioning system; system; solar assisted; assisted air ... See more keywords
Exergoeconomic comparison of solar-assisted absorption heat pumps, solar heaters and gas boiler systems for district heating in Sarein Town, Iran
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DOI: 10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2019.03.022
Abstract: Abstract The feasibility of solar-assisted absorption heat pumps for space heating is assessed with exergoeconomics and compared with gas boilers and solar heating systems for the town of Sarein in Iran. In the study, single-effect… read more here.
Keywords: gas; solar assisted; heat pumps; assisted absorption ... See more keywords
Feasibility of solar-assisted CO2 capture power plant with flexible operation: A case study in China
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DOI: 10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2020.116096
Abstract: Abstract High energy penalty of solvent regeneration process is one of the main technical obstacles hindering the commercial application of amine-based absorption CO2 capture. It leads to 9–12% of efficiency reduction in power plants. Consequently,… read more here.
Keywords: solar assisted; capture; power; co2 capture ... See more keywords
Solar-assisted steam power plant retrofitted with regenerative system using Parabolic Trough Solar Collectors
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DOI: 10.1016/j.egyr.2019.12.019
Abstract: Abstract This work investigates the performance of a conventional steam power plant retrofitted with a solar-assisted regenerative system using Parabolic Trough Solar Collectors (PTC). The solar collectors were used to compensate for the effect of… read more here.
Keywords: solar assisted; power plant; plant; steam power ... See more keywords
Energy and economic evaluation of a solar assisted ground source heat pump system for a north Mediterranean city
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DOI: 10.1016/j.enbuild.2020.110640
Abstract: Abstract In this study, a PVT based solar assisted ground source heat pump (SAGSHP) system was investigated regarding its energy performance and cost-effectiveness for the city of Thessaloniki (Greece). The SAGSHP system was set to… read more here.
Keywords: system; energy; solar assisted; sagshp system ... See more keywords
Parametric analysis and optimization of a solar assisted gas turbine
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DOI: 10.1016/j.enconman.2017.02.042
Abstract: Abstract The objective of this study is to analyze and optimize a solar assisted gas turbine system. Parabolic trough collectors are used in order to supply a part of the demanded heat input, reducing the… read more here.
Keywords: turbine; solar assisted; gas; assisted gas ... See more keywords
Model predictive control for a solar assisted ground source heat pump system
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DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2018.03.079
Abstract: There has been an increased interest in cost and energy efficiency for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for buildings since these are responsible for between 25% and 40% of total building energy demand. Solar… read more here.
Keywords: system; solar assisted; source heat; ground source ... See more keywords