Mathematical model development and optimal design of the horizontal all-glass evacuated tube solar collectors integrated with bottom mirror reflectors for solar energy harvesting
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2019.01.006
Abstract: Abstract As one of the inexhaustible energy sources, solar energy as a means to provide space heating has been a public interest for decades. Many stand-alone solar thermal technologies have come into practice to replace… read more here.
Keywords: mirror reflectors; bottom mirror; solar energy; energy ... See more keywords
Worldwide annual optimum tilt angle model for solar collectors and photovoltaic systems in the absence of site meteorological data
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2020.116056
Abstract: Abstract This study provides several models for accurately computing the annual optimum tilt angle for fixed solar photovoltaic arrays or solar collectors, in any location of the world. The optimum tilt angle that maximizes the… read more here.
Keywords: solar collectors; tilt angle; annual optimum; meteorological data ... See more keywords
Ultrastable plasmonic nanofluids in optimized direct absorption solar collectors
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DOI: 10.1016/j.enconman.2019.112010
Abstract: Abstract Nanofluids used in low-flux direct absorption solar collectors (DASCs) typically encounter critical stability issues due to long-term storage, elevated temperatures, high particle concentrations, and fouling from free surfactants. Here, we developed ultrastable nanofluids, and… read more here.
Keywords: absorption; solar collectors; absorption solar; direct absorption ... See more keywords
Optimum number and arrangement of evacuated-tube solar collectors under various operating conditions
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DOI: 10.1016/j.enconman.2019.112032
Abstract: Abstract Evacuated-tube solar collectors are featured by high outlet temperatures with a relatively high thermal efficiency and no direct environmental impacts. However, improper selection of the number of collectors and their arrangement, can lead to… read more here.
Keywords: evacuated tube; solar collectors; optimum number; number ... See more keywords
A review on recent advancements in performance enhancement techniques for low-temperature solar collectors
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DOI: 10.1016/j.enconman.2020.113246
Abstract: Abstract Solar energy as a plentiful and environment-friendly source of energy has an acceptable potential in nearly most of the regions around the world. Thermal technologies are commonly used to provide heat requirements of different… read more here.
Keywords: low temperature; enhancement techniques; solar collectors; performance enhancement ... See more keywords
Concentrating solar collectors in absorption and adsorption cooling cycles: An overview
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DOI: 10.1016/j.enconman.2020.113420
Abstract: Abstract Considering the operating temperatures, there is a reasonable match between solar concentrating collectors and some thermal-powered cooling technologies. Both current and previous studies demonstrate that concentrating solar collectors have had a significant impact on… read more here.
Keywords: refrigeration; absorption adsorption; concentrating collectors; solar collectors ... See more keywords
Solar energy for process heating: A case study of select Indian industries
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2017.02.190
Abstract: Abstract The annual consumption of petroleum products in India was about 221 million metric tons in 2015. Of this, 84% was imported. The Indian industrial sector accounts for about 16%–20% of the total fuel consumption… read more here.
Keywords: process heating; methodology; solar collectors; energy ... See more keywords
Experimental and theoretical performance investigation of asymmetric photovoltaic/thermal hybrid solar collectors connected in series
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DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2017.11.049
Abstract: Abstract In this study five asymmetric hybrid solar collectors with flat plate receiver connected in series are investigated experimentally and mathematically through analytical expressions deriving from heat transfer and thermodynamics fundamentals. The main objective of… read more here.
Keywords: hybrid solar; solar collectors; collectors connected; performance ... See more keywords
Hybrid predictive controller for overheating prevention of solar collectors
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DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2019.01.001
Abstract: Abstract In this paper, an advanced control algorithm is presented for avoiding fluid overheating when operating solar thermal plants. The control algorithm manipulates the fluid rate to maintain the field output temperature in the desired… read more here.
Keywords: predictive controller; hybrid predictive; overheating prevention; controller ... See more keywords
Performance test in semispherical solar collectors with discontinuous absorber
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DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2019.04.143
Abstract: Abstract This work aims at characterizing the performance of a solar thermal collector with non-continuous absorber area. The study bases its development on the classical performance method for flat-plate collectors, but using the effective absorber… read more here.
Keywords: solar collectors; collectors discontinuous; test semispherical; semispherical solar ... See more keywords
Experimental testing of ceramic solar collectors
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DOI: 10.1016/j.solener.2017.03.022
Abstract: Abstract An alternative to traditional solar collectors with absorbers made of metal or plastic can be panels which have their whole structure made of ceramics. The paper presents the results of the testing of ceramic… read more here.
Keywords: solar collectors; experimental testing; testing ceramic; ceramic solar ... See more keywords