Volume 129 Issue 4 | J. Sol. Energy Eng.

Topics: Cycles , Optimization , Power stations , Solar energy , Solar thermal power , Thermodynamic power cycles , Thermodynamics , Heat exchangers , Temperature , Design

Optimization of Economic Solar Field Design of Stationary Thermal Collectors

Dan Weinstock, Joseph Appelbaum

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 363–370. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2769690

Abstract

View articletitled, Optimization of Economic Solar Field Design of Stationary Thermal Collectors

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Solar energy

Development Steps for Parabolic Trough Solar Power Technologies With Maximum Impact on Cost Reduction

Robert Pitz-Paal, Jürgen Dersch, Barbara Milow, Félix Téllez, Alain Ferriere, Ulrich Langnickel, Aldo Steinfeld, Jacob Karni, Eduardo Zarza, Oleg Popel

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 371–377. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2769697

Abstract

View articletitled, Development Steps for Parabolic Trough Solar Power Technologies With Maximum Impact on Cost Reduction

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Topics: Parabolic troughs , Solar energy , Storage , Steam , Solar power , Mirrors

Prototype of Middle-Temperature Solar Receiver/Reactor With Parabolic Trough Concentrator

Hongguang Jin, Jun Sui, Hui Hong, Zhifeng Wang, Danxing Zheng, Zhi Hou

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 378–381. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2769698

Abstract

View articletitled, Prototype of Middle-Temperature Solar Receiver/Reactor With Parabolic Trough Concentrator

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Topics: Engineering prototypes , Solar energy , Solar thermal power , Temperature , Parabolic troughs

Structural Design Criteria for Steel Components of Parabolic-Trough Solar Concentrators

G. M. Giannuzzi, C. E. Majorana, A. Miliozzi, V. A. Salomoni, D. Nicolini

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 382–390. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2769699

Abstract

View articletitled, Structural Design Criteria for Steel Components of Parabolic-Trough Solar Concentrators

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Topics: Design , Parabolic troughs , Solar energy concentrators , Steel , Stress , Wind , Structural design

Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulation of a Tubular Aerosol Reactor for Solar Thermal $ZnO$ Decomposition

Christopher Perkins, Alan Weimer

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 391–404. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2769700

Abstract

View articletitled, Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulation of a Tubular Aerosol Reactor for Solar Thermal <span class="inline-formula no-formula-id"><span class="mathFormula"></span><math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML"><mrow xmlns=""><mi>ZnO</mi></mrow></math></span> Decomposition

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Topics: Aerosols , Particulate matter , Simulation , Solar energy , Temperature , Wall temperature , Computational fluid dynamics , Radiation (Physics) , Gas flow , Oxygen

A Novel 50kW 11,000 suns High-Flux Solar Simulator Based on an Array of Xenon Arc Lamps

Jörg Petrasch, Patrick Coray, Anton Meier, Max Brack, Peter Häberling, Daniel Wuillemin, Aldo Steinfeld

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 405–411. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2769701

Abstract

View articletitled, A Novel 50kW 11,000 suns High-Flux Solar Simulator Based on an Array of Xenon Arc Lamps

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Topics: Design , Optical design techniques , Optical mirrors , Radiation (Physics) , Ray tracing , Solar energy , Mirrors , Manufacturing , High temperature , Temperature

Gas Temperature Measurements in High Concentration Solar Furnace Environments: Evidence of Nonequilibrium Effects

J. M. Badie, L. Cassan, B. Granier, S. Agudelo Florez, F. Chejne Janna

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 412–415. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2769718

Abstract

View articletitled, Gas Temperature Measurements in High Concentration Solar Furnace Environments: Evidence of Nonequilibrium Effects

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Topics: Absorption , Emission spectroscopy , Emissions , Fluorescence , Furnaces , Solar energy , Temperature , Temperature measurement , Solar energy concentrators , Pressure

Advances in Gas-Fired Thermophotovoltaic Systems

W. Durisch, F. von Roth, W. J. Tobler

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 416–422. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2770749

Abstract

View articletitled, Advances in Gas-Fired Thermophotovoltaic Systems

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Topics: Coatings , Filters , Silicon , Temperature , Sprays , Radiation (Physics) , Water , Fibers , Plasmas (Ionized gases)

Numerical and Experimental Study of Heat Transfer in a BIPV-Thermal System

L. Liao, A. K. Athienitis, L. Candanedo, K.-W. Park, Y. Poissant, M. Collins

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 423–430. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2770750

Abstract

View articletitled, Numerical and Experimental Study of Heat Transfer in a BIPV-Thermal System

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Topics: Boundary-value problems , Computational fluid dynamics , Convection , Heat transfer , Temperature , Temperature profiles , Cavities , Flow (Dynamics) , Insulation , Radiation (Physics)

PV-Trombe Wall Design for Buildings in Composite Climates

Jie Ji, Hua Yi, Wei He, Gang Pei

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 431–437. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2770751

Abstract

View articletitled, PV-Trombe Wall Design for Buildings in Composite Climates

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Topics: Cooling , Design , Ducts , Heating , Temperature , Thermal insulation , Vents , Heat transfer , Glass , Electrical efficiency

Theoretical Comparison of Solar Water/Space-Heating Combi Systems and Stratification Design Options

E. Andersen, S. Furbo

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 438–448. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2770752

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View articletitled, Theoretical Comparison of Solar Water/Space-Heating Combi Systems and Stratification Design Options

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Topics: Heating , Solar collectors , Solar energy , Hot water

Multizone Porous Medium Model of Thermal/Fluid Processes During Discharge of an Inclined Rectangular Storage Vessel Via an Immersed Heat Exchanger

Yan Su, Jane H. Davidson

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 449–457. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2772640

Abstract

View articletitled, Multizone Porous Medium Model of Thermal/Fluid Processes During Discharge of an Inclined Rectangular Storage Vessel Via an Immersed Heat Exchanger

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Heat exchangers , Porous materials , Storage , Temperature , Heat transfer , Storage tanks , Natural convection , Thermofluids

Thermal Modeling of PCM-Based Solar Integrated Collector Storage Water Heating System

K. S. Reddy

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 458–464. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2770753

Abstract

View articletitled, Thermal Modeling of PCM-Based Solar Integrated Collector Storage Water Heating System

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Topics: Fins , Hot water heating , Modeling , Phase change materials , Solar energy , Storage , Temperature , Water , Water temperature , Heat losses

Comparison of the Performance of a Forced-Air and a Radiant Floor Residential Heating System Connected to Solar Collectors

Kamel Haddad, Julia Purdy, Aziz Laouadi

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 465–472. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2770754

Abstract

View articletitled, Comparison of the Performance of a Forced-Air and a Radiant Floor Residential Heating System Connected to Solar Collectors

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Topics: Heat , Heating , Low temperature , Solar collectors , Solar energy , Temperature , Water , Stress , Heat exchangers , Pumps

Sensitivity Analysis of Optimal Building Thermal Mass Control

Gregor P. Henze, Thoi H. Le, Anthony R. Florita, Clemens Felsmann

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 473–485. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2770755

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View articletitled, Sensitivity Analysis of Optimal Building Thermal Mass Control

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Topics: Cooling , Energy consumption , Modeling , Optimal control , Sensitivity analysis , Stress , Temperature , Thermal energy storage , Fans , Simulation

An Analysis of Nonovercast Sky Luminance Models Against Hong Kong Data

Danny H. W. Li, Chris C. S. Lau

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 486–493. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2770756

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View articletitled, An Analysis of Nonovercast Sky Luminance Models Against Hong Kong Data

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Topics: Brightness (Photometry)

Technical Briefs

On the Effectiveness of Baffles in Indirect Solar Storage Systems

F. A. Kulacki, Jane H. Davidson, M. Hebert

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 494–498. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2770757

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View articletitled, On the Effectiveness of Baffles in Indirect Solar Storage Systems

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Topics: Boundary layers , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Heat exchangers , Heat transfer , Plumes (Fluid dynamics) , Solar energy , Storage , Design , Temperature

Development of Optimal Design of Solar Water Heating System by Using Evolutionary Algorithm

K. F. Fong, T. T. Chow, V. I. Hanby

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 499–501. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2770758

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View articletitled, Development of Optimal Design of Solar Water Heating System by Using Evolutionary Algorithm

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Topics: Computer programming , Design , Evolutionary algorithms , Optimization , Simulation , Solar water heating , Solar heating , Solar collectors , Heating , Renewable energy

Announcement

ASME Frank Kreith Energy Award

Aldo Steinfeld

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2007, 129(4): 502. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2774818

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View articletitled, ASME Frank Kreith Energy Award

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Topics: Advanced Energy Systems Division , Energy conservation , Innovation , Mechanical engineers , Renewable energy , Renewable energy sources , Solar energy , Education

Research Papers

Solar-Assisted Small Solar Tower Trigeneration Systems

A Finite-Time Thermodynamic Framework for Optimizing Solar-Thermal Power Plants

Optimization of Economic Solar Field Design of Stationary Thermal Collectors

Development Steps for Parabolic Trough Solar Power Technologies With Maximum Impact on Cost Reduction

Prototype of Middle-Temperature Solar Receiver/Reactor With Parabolic Trough Concentrator

Structural Design Criteria for Steel Components of Parabolic-Trough Solar Concentrators

Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulation of a Tubular Aerosol Reactor for Solar Thermal $ZnO$ Decomposition

A Novel 50kW 11,000 suns High-Flux Solar Simulator Based on an Array of Xenon Arc Lamps

Gas Temperature Measurements in High Concentration Solar Furnace Environments: Evidence of Nonequilibrium Effects

Advances in Gas-Fired Thermophotovoltaic Systems

Numerical and Experimental Study of Heat Transfer in a BIPV-Thermal System

PV-Trombe Wall Design for Buildings in Composite Climates

Theoretical Comparison of Solar Water/Space-Heating Combi Systems and Stratification Design Options

Multizone Porous Medium Model of Thermal/Fluid Processes During Discharge of an Inclined Rectangular Storage Vessel Via an Immersed Heat Exchanger

Thermal Modeling of PCM-Based Solar Integrated Collector Storage Water Heating System

Comparison of the Performance of a Forced-Air and a Radiant Floor Residential Heating System Connected to Solar Collectors

Sensitivity Analysis of Optimal Building Thermal Mass Control

An Analysis of Nonovercast Sky Luminance Models Against Hong Kong Data

Technical Briefs

On the Effectiveness of Baffles in Indirect Solar Storage Systems

Development of Optimal Design of Solar Water Heating System by Using Evolutionary Algorithm

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ASME Frank Kreith Energy Award

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