A novel volumetric absorber integrated with low-cost D-Mannitol and acetylene-black nanoparticles for solar-thermal-electricity generation

2020 ◽  
Vol 207 ◽  
pp. 110366 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xusheng Zhang ◽  
Zheng Du ◽  
Yudong Zhu ◽  
Chuan Li ◽  
Xianfeng Hu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electricity Generation ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Solar Thermal ◽  
Acetylene Black

Screening and Analysis of Potential Filler Materials for Molten Salt Thermocline Storages

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Claudia Martin ◽  
Nils Breidenbach ◽  
Markus Eck
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Stability ◽  
Molten Salt ◽  
Electricity Generation ◽  
Power Plants ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Thermal Power ◽  
Solar Thermal ◽  
Filler Materials ◽  
Thermal Power Plants ◽  
Solar Thermal Power

Solar thermal power plants are a promising option for future solar electricity generation. Their main advantage is the possibility to utilize integrated thermal storage capacities, allowing electricity generation on demand. In state of the art solar thermal power plants, two-tank molten-salt thermal energy storages are used. Significant cost reductions are expected by using thermocline thermal energy storage by storing the liquid storage material inside a single tank when compared to a two tank storage system. By embedding a low cost solid filler material inside the storage tank further cost reductions can be achieved. In earlier studies [1, 2] several potential filler materials have been investigated. In these study quartzite turned out to be a promising candidate due to its satisfying thermal stability and availability. At a temperature of approx. 573°C the crystal structure of quartzite changes from trigonal α-quartz phase to the hexagonal β-quartz phase [3]. This quartz conversion results in a volume change [4] that may cause cracking of the quartzite crystals due to weight loads in a packed bed. Since these thermal tests of the study mentioned were limited to 500°C this dunting was not considered. Thus, despite of the published studies there is a need for further, more detailed analysis. One trend in today’s development of solar thermal power plants is to use molten salt as storage material and heat transfer fluid at operating temperatures of 560°C and above. Accordingly, the quartz inversion might limit the applicability of quartzite as a filler material at elevated operating temperatures. Due to this concern, an investigation has been started to investigate the utilizability of natural rocks as low cost filler materials. In the first phase of this investigation a comprehensive literature survey was conducted. Based on this study, magmatic and sedimentary rocks turned out to the most promising rock classes for this application. For the further investigation, basalt was chosen as a suited representative for magmatic and quartzite for sedimentary rocks. In lab-scale tests, these candidate materials were investigated with respect to their: • Calcite content • Thermal stability up to 900°C in air • Thermal stability up to 560°C in molten salt • Cyclic stability between 290°C and 560°C in molten salt • Specific heat capacity up to 600°C In this paper the results of these investigations are presented and future activities are outlined.

Ceramic Technology for Solar Thermal Receivers

1983 ◽  
Vol 105 (1) ◽  
pp. 73-79
Author(s):  
A. A. Kudirka ◽  
R. H. Smoak
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Energy ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Ceramic Materials ◽  
Ceramic Technology ◽  
Solar Thermal ◽  
Receiver Design ◽  
Solar Thermal Energy ◽  
Energy Applications ◽  
Temperature Capability ◽  
Solar Applications

Development of ceramic receiver technology for advanced solar thermal energy applications is being pursued in order to achieve significant reductions in energy cost and increase the potential application of solar thermal energy. Basically, structural ceramics are being seriously considered for solar applications because of their high temperature capability, their nonstrategic nature, and their potential for low cost. In this paper, candidate ceramic materials for solar receivers and their characteristics are described, potentially applicable fabrication and processing methods are discussed, and their applicability and promise for solar receivers is assessed. Receiver design requirements as well as system requirements for solar applications are reviewed. Promising areas of application of ceramic receivers in the near future are also discussed. Current ceramic receiver development status and plans are described, including one receiver which has been successfully tested at gas exit temperatures of up to 1425°C.

scholarly journals Optimal Design Strategy of a Solar Reflector Combining Photovoltaic Panels to Improve Electricity Output: A Case Study in Calgary, Canada

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (11) ◽  
pp. 6115
Author(s):  
Moon Keun Kim ◽  
Khalid Osman Abdulkadir ◽  
Jiying Liu ◽  
Joon-Ho Choi ◽  
Huiqing Wen
Keyword(s):  
Solar Radiation ◽  
Electricity Generation ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Design Strategy ◽  
Numerical Approach ◽  
Optimal Shape ◽  
Energy Technology ◽  
Experimental Database ◽  
Pv Panel

This study explores the combination of photovoltaic (PV) panels with a reflector mounted on a building to improve electricity generation. Globally, PV panels have been widely used as a renewable energy technology. In order to obtain more solar irradiance and improve electricity output, this study presents an advanced strategy of a reflector combining PV panels mounted on a building in Calgary, Canada. Based on an experimental database of solar irradiances, the simulation presents an optimal shape designed and tilt angles of the reflector and consequently improves solar radiation gain and electricity outputs. Polished aluminum is selected as the reflector material, and the shape and angle are designed to minimize the interruption of direct solar radiation. The numerical approach demonstrates the improvement in performance using a PV panel tilted at 30°, 45°, 60°, and 75° and a reflector, tilted at 15.5° or allowed to be tilted flexibly. A reflector tilted at 15.5° can improve solar radiation gains, of the panel, by nearly 5.5–9.2% at lower tilt angles and 14.1–21.1% at higher tilt angles. Furthermore, the flexibly adjusted reflector can improve solar radiation gains on the PV panel, by nearly 12–15.6% at lower tilt angles and 20–26.5% at higher tilt angles. A reflector tilted at 15.5° improves the panel’s output electricity on average by 4–8% with the PV panel tilted at 30° and 45° respectively and 12–19 % with the PV panel tilted at 60° and 75°, annually. Moreover, a reflector that can be flexibly tilted improves electricity output on average by 9–12% with the PV panel tilted at 30° and 45° and 17–23% with the PV panel tilted at 60° and 75°. Therefore, the utilization of a reflector improves the performance of the PV panel while incurring a relatively low cost.

Evaluation of three systems of solar thermal panel using low cost material, tested in Brazil

2017 ◽  
Vol 167 ◽  
pp. 201-207 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anderson Miguel Lenz ◽  
Giovane Colle ◽  
Samuel Nelson Melegari de Souza ◽  
Maritane Prior ◽  
Carlos Eduardo Camargo Nogueira ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Cost ◽  
Solar Thermal

scholarly journals Development of a Micro grid with Renewable Energy Sources with Feedback Controller

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (11) ◽  
pp. 2014-2018
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Electricity Generation ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Electrical Power ◽  
Energy Sources ◽  
Military Operations ◽  
Urban Centers ◽  
Industrial Projects ◽  
Micro Grid

To make micro grid with renewable energy and to over come the technical challenges and economy base and policy and regulatory challenges . From the natural wastage we can generate the Electricity. Thus, the Electrical Power or Electricity is available with a low cost and pollution free to anyplace in the world at all times. This process divulge a unequaled step in electricity generation and this type of generation is maintain the ecological balance. We can have an uninterrupted power supply irrespective of the natural condition without any kind of environmental pollution. More influence this process relent the less production cost for electricity generation. Micro grids have long been used in remote areas to power off-grid villages, military operations or industrial projects. But increasingly they are being used in cities or towns, in urban centers. Here we try a proto type of micro grid with renewable energy sources.

scholarly journals Solid Fuel Gasification for Gas Turbines

1997 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alex E. S. Green ◽  
Sergio Peres ◽  
James P. Mullin ◽  
Robert W. Anderson
Keyword(s):  
Solid Fuel ◽  
Gas Turbines ◽  
Electricity Generation ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Effective Utilization ◽  
Carbonaceous Fuels ◽  
Cogeneration System ◽  
Oxygenated Fuels ◽  
By Products

Gas turbines (GT) have emerged as the most efficient means of transforming heat into mechanical work and with efficient generators are serving as major components of new electricity generation systems. The CCTL research and development efforts are directed towards developing a low cost solid fuel (SF) cogasifier fed by low cost local feedstocks to be coupled with smaller GT systems. The benefits of such systems can be enhanced if valuable by-products are produced or additional community purposes are served. We consider cogasification of biomass with other domestic fuels as a long term strategy for effective utilization of biomass. Our theoretical and experimental work indicate that blending oxygenated fuels such as biomass, MSW, RDF and dried sewage sludge with carbonaceous fuels such as coals, coke and chars in a small cogeneration system will have technological, economic and environmental advantages.

Ultralight and highly compressible coal oxide-modified graphene aerogels for organic solvent absorption and light-to-heat conversion

2020 ◽  
Vol 44 (6) ◽  
pp. 2228-2235 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shengchao Hou ◽  
Yan Lv ◽  
Xueyan Wu ◽  
Jixi Guo ◽  
Qingqing Sun ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Organic Solvent ◽  
Conversion Efficiency ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Thermal Conversion ◽  
Absorption Capacity ◽  
Solar Thermal ◽  
Graphene Aerogels ◽  
Solvent Absorption ◽  
Modified Graphene ◽  
High Absorption

Ultralight, hydrophobic, highly compressible and low-cost coal oxide-modified graphene aerogels exhibit high absorption capacity and high solar thermal conversion efficiency.

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