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409 articles for “alternative energy”
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Utilization of Phase Changing Material for Enhancing the Thermal Performance of Engine
Abstract: AbstractThis paper represents an experimental investigation of light duty petrol engine. This engine is utilizing the wasted energy in the form of heat to improve the start-up time of engine. The complete experiment has been carried out to for selecting best suitable PCMs by conducting experiments on Maruti 800 engine. The aim of the present research work is to reduce starting time of engine by utilizing the heat stored in …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2018 Read article
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Feasibility Study of Mahua (Madhuca Indica) Fruit Pulp as a Feedstock for Bio-Alcohol Industry
Abstract: AbstractFor a developing nation like India, adequate sources of energy are basic requirement. As fossil fuels are depleting day by day, the necessity of renewable energy sources is increasing rapidly. Apart from that, burning of fossil fuels is polluting our environment drastically and increasing the threat of global warming. Thus, there is a need to adopt a cleaner and renewable source of energy. Among the different sources of energy, bioalcohol …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 32–35 Read article
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Environmental Aspects of Sustainable Development
Abstract: The utilization of sustainable energy sources is expanding globally. Photovoltaic (PV) energy systems have received the most attention during the past ten years out of all the sustainable energy sources. The solar industry adopts a proactive lifespan analysis in order to retain these benefits and prevent further environmental impact. Compared to alternative energy generation technologies, PV technology is clearly more environmentally friendly. Solar cell decommissioning at the end of the …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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State Space Modeling and Robust Wind Power Generation System
Abstract: AbstractAs producing power from renewable energy is increasing, facing new problems emerging from this phenomenon is becoming a good challenge for power system engineers. One of these problems is the dynamic and transient stability of such systems when they are connected to a power network. In this paper, a variable speed cage machine wind generation system is considered as the case study. The concept of power system stabilizer, which has …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 24–39 Read article
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Design and Pinch Analysis of Mono-Isopropyl Amine Production Process Using Aspen Plus and Aspen Energy Analyzer
Abstract: This paper presents the design of Mono-isopropyl amine production process. Process flow diagram is designed with Aspen Plus user interface. Mono-isopropyl amine obtained is of purity 100% and the designed plant is safe to environment with less emissions. After the design of the process pinch analysis is applied for the entire process by using Aspen Energy analyzer. From the extracted data using Aspen Energy Analyzer a HEN (Heat Exchanger Network) …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 15–24 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of a Tilted Single Axis Photovoltaic Tracking System under Different Weather Conditions
Abstract: AbstractExperimental studies were carried out using 37 W photovoltaic (PV) panels under different weather conditions over a prolonged duration of time to evaluate the performance of a low cost tilted single axis tracking system in comparison with a horizontal single axis tracking system and two fixed PV systems. A horizontal single axis PV panel tracker (HSAPVPT) and a tilted single axis PV panel tracker (TSAPVPT) were set up to compare …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 45–55 Read article
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Control Strategy for Wind Turbine Operation under Wind Variations
Abstract: Wind energy is found to be viable energy source out of all nonconventional energy resources. Wind turbine, a major component of wind energy conversion system, is used to capture the kinetic energy associated with the wind for driving the generator. Output of wind turbines varies in accordance with the wind variations. Therefore, in order to control the power output wind turbine employed needs some control during such variations. As observed …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 45–55 Read article
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Liability of Photovoltaic-Thermoelectric Hybrid Devices
Abstract: Photovoltaic (PV) modules suffer from the exalted temperature in case of outdoor performance. The losses are about more than 25% depending on the arrangement of the materials on the top. If thermoelectric (TE) converter is integrated with the PV modules, then we can form PV-TE hybrid module where TE converter can produce additional electricity due to the difference of the temperature. Nowadays, it is possible to enhance the efficiency by …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 12–17 Read article
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IoT and Machine Learning in Green Smart Home Automation and Green Building Management
Abstract: AbstractInternet of things (IoT) is a developing concept, which aims to associate billions of devices with each other. The IoT devices sense, assemble, and transfer important information from their environments. This exchange of very large amount of information among billions of devices makes an enormous energy need. The radical growth in urbanization over the last few years needs sustainable, proficient, and smart clarifications for transport, governance, environment, quality of life, …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 8–36 Read article
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Optimization of Automatic Energy Management System Using Renewable Resources
Abstract: With the increasing demand for energy efficiency and sustainability, smart home energy management systems (SHEMS) have emerged as promising solutions to optimize residential energy consumption. This paper presents a comprehensive review of SHEMS technologies, focusing on their design, implementation, and impact. SHEMS integrates advanced sensors, real-time data analytics, and intelligent algorithms to monitor, control, and optimize energy usage within the home environment. By leveraging machine learning and predictive modelling techniques, …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 15–22 Read article
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Performance Investigation of Evacuated Tube Solar Heating System: A Review
Abstract: The solar energy is the most abundant and eco-friendly source of energy on earth. It is the most readily available source of renewable energy on the earth; the earth receives millions of watt of energy per day which is coming in the form of solar radiation. Solar energy is captured by several conventional and new type of solar collectors of which the evacuated solar collector is the most efficient and …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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Capacity Estimation of Pump Storage System for Microgrid with Resourceful Use of RES in Deregulated Power Sector
Abstract: The present era dominates with green energy, such as the wind, solar, geothermal, tidal, ocean, bio, etc., since these sources plentifully available, pollution free, zero noise. Power shortages in rural, as well as remote areas, encourage the development of green energy sources. To meet the demand by dissimilar configurations such as standalone or grid interconnected microgrid. Standalone green energy microgrid provides the most appropriate solution for electrification of rural and …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 37–50 Read article
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Key Issues in Biofuel Production from Microalgae: A Review
Abstract: Approximately 80 percent of the global energy needs are met by fossil fuels. Excessive reliance on these fuels has led to environmental pollution, climate change, and health problems for all living beings. Thus, identifying alternative energy sources is crucial to meeting global energy demands and reducing environmental pollution. It is expected that energy from cost-effective renewable resources will power the world’s energy systems in the future. Algae biomass has become …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 22–35 Read article
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Hybrid Wind-Solar and Battery Power System for Fluctuation Free Output
Abstract: This manuscript presents the hybrid renewable energy system using wind-solar and DC-DC CUK converter and three phase dc to ac converter with LC filter. The wind and solar are environment friendly and abundantly available energy sources in India. The solar and wind are intermittently available renewable energy resources, resulting into the generation of fluctuating output from the hybrid system, which will damage the electrical appliances designed to operate on the …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 27–39 Read article
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Optimization of Operational Parameters for Production of Bio-ethanol from Red Gram Straw
Abstract: AbstractBio-alcohol is a neat and cleaner source of energy, which could be obtained from locally available biomass. However, the complex structure of lignocellulose in biomass makes a primary protective barrier that prevents cell destruction. In order to break down this structure for the conversion of biomass to fuel ethanol, the cellulose and hemicellulosic materials must be broken down to corresponding monomers (sugars). It could be done easily with acid hydrolysis …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 13–17 Read article
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Modeling Cogeneration System in Shallow Geothermal Installations
Abstract: This paper presents a theoretical modeling of a cogeneration system using multiple heat exchangers and thermoelectric generator. The modeled system, designed for shallow geothermal energy, is a closed piping unit containing water as heat transfer fluid that circulates through a closed loop releasing thermal energy at the surface for heating and sanitary hot water. In addition, a Peltier cells array is attached to the piping system to generate electricity, thus …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 13–23 Read article
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Study on Solar Wind Battery on Off-grid and Its Status Over a Day in Perspective of Bangladesh
Abstract: Hybrid energy plays a vital role for the generation of power. Renewable energy in general has major problem because of having uncontrolled and intermittent in nature. Hybrid energy systems solve the problem by combining two or more energy system. In this paper, an attempt has taken to study battery charging by hybrid system (combined of solar and wind energy) and its status over a day. The whole study takes place …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Design and Construction of a Thermosiphonic Solar Photovoltaic – Thermal Water Heating System for Sustainable Development in Temperate Regions of Africa
Abstract: AbstractThe atmospheric temperature of some temperate regions of Africa is mostly about 30–45°C, it incites 30–80°C heat over the panel since black body of the PV panel observes more heat, and this temperature affects the electrical efficiency of the panel. The importance of energy availability in the economic growth, social and political development for every nation cannot be overemphasized. Affordable and reliable energy availability is the precondition for sustainable development. …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Hybrid Model of Solar PV-Wind Power Generation System Using Solar Tracker at Home
Abstract: AbstractRenewable energy is naturally refilled on renewable sources; i.e. energy produced from wind, solar, biomass, hydropower, geothermal and ocean resources are considered as a technical option for generating clean energy. But the energy produced by wind turbines and solar is much less than that produced by fossil fuels. However, in recent years, the electricity generated by utilizing wind turbines and solar cells have been increased. This paper is the representation …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Developing Virtual Power Plant using Savonius Rotor Wind Turbine for Sustainability
Abstract: The objective of this paper is to develop VPP (virtual power plant) by extracting and transferring power to balance supply and demand, for production of power, near consumption place using Savoniusrotor wind turbine, where direction of wind changes very often,andoperates even during storm.When the wind speed is ideal and balanced, all the demand for appliance-electrical consumption converged to the same production of power compensation. However,wind speed does not stay same …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 11–36 Read article