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THERMAL DISSIPATION SYSTEM APPLIED TO LED DEVICES
Abstract: A thermal dissipation system, based on an aluminum case LED lamp system encapsulated in a PCM device, has been used to reduce LED device temperature, improving thermal performance of the LED unit. Three heating rates have been tested, low (0.6ºC/s), medium (1.3ºC/s) and high (1.8ºC/s). The system has been tested in an experimental prototype at reduced scale, showing a maximum reduction of temperature from 177.5º C to 56º C for …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–18 Read article
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SIMULATION OF THE PERFORMANCE OF PV/T (PV-PCM) SYSTEMS IN TRANSIENT STATE
Abstract: The paper describes the analysis of the thermal performance of a PCM unit attached to a PV panel configuring a PV/T system. Thermal performance has been analyzed from the transient process point of view considering the temperature evolution of the PCM with time dependent on ambient temperature and solar radiation. A specific algorithm for determining the time evolution of the PCM temperature has been developed. The model uses the DERIVE …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Environmental Impact Reduction by Using Smart Household
Abstract: In this paper, we study the environmental impact reduction due to the application of intelligent protocols to household heating. The study analyzes the reduction in greenhouse gases (GHG) emissions associated with lower energy consumption in heating detached and semi-detached houses and blocks of apartments. The new protocol bases its operation on a more efficient heating process, which reduces the operational time of the heating source, commonly heating equipment powered by …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 10–23 Read article
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Parametric Studies of In-house Resin for Hardness Removal
Abstract: Presence of high amount of calcium and/or magnesium makes the water hard as these ions in water react with other chemical agents and constituents of metallic plumbing etc. The process accelerates in the presence of heat. It decreases the efficiency of the unit operation due to the formation of scales. Hence, scaling is the main issue for which hard water is required to be treated or polished. De-mineralized water finds …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 34–39 Read article
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Modeling and Analysis of the Impact of Natural Gas Composition Variations on Combustion in a Dual Fuel Compression Ignition Engine
Abstract: The desire to meet rising energy demands while simultaneously adhering to stringent climate policies has propelled advanced combustion technologies and alternative fuels. Natural gas (NG) is an attractive, domestically-available alternative that has been shown to achieve high efficiencies when used on dual fuel engines. However, the composition of NG can vary significantly depending on the source and these variations may detrimentally impact engine operation. To study these effects, a dual …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Reduction of Electric Vehicle Driving Range Due to Battery Capacity Fading
Abstract: This paper is mainly focused to the estimation of the reduction of the driving range in electric vehicles due to battery capacity fading as a consequence of the aging effects with cycling. A scale model reproducing the real driving conditions in electric vehicles has been used to develop a simulation process to evaluate the incidence of the cycling on the battery capacity fading. The model on which the simulation has …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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BATTERY/SUPERCAPACITOR HYBRID SYSTEM FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES
Abstract: The paper is focused to the design and development of a new hybrid system to power electric vehicles. The system is made up of a conventional lithium battery that is used to propel the vehicle when there is no acceleration or the acceleration and power demand are low or moderate, and a supercapacitor that powers the electric vehicle at high power demand periods or when the acceleration is relevant. The …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 20–42 Read article
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INFLUENCE OF CLIMATIC CHANGES ONTO THE PERFORMANCE OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES: APPLICATION TO DRIVING RANGE
Abstract: The paper has the goal of developing a methodological process to predict electric vehicle driving range under the influence of sudden temperature changes in intercity routes due to variable climatic conditions. The model is based on the combined effects of discharge rate and temperature changes on the performance of a lithium battery; the model predicts the driving range using the dynamic driving conditions to determine the Depth-Of-Discharge (DOD) at any …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 43–58 Read article
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ADVANCED METHOD TO CALCULATE REAL DRIVING RANGE FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES IN INTERCITY ROUTES
Abstract: This paper describes an online method to calculate real driving range for electric vehicles when operating in intercity routes. The method uses specific algorithms for dynamic conditions based on real driving conditions adapting the calculation method to the characteristics of the route and to the way of driving; electric vehicle characteristics are also taken into consideration for the driving range calculation. The method has been compared to the WLTP protocol …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 24–42 Read article
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FUEL CELL-PV HYBRID SYSTEM FOR EVs
Abstract: This paper studies and analyzes a hybrid system consisting of a fuel cell unit and flexible photovoltaic panels to power electric vehicles. Hydrogen in a storage tank powers the fuel cell; the tank recharges by an onboard electrolyzer connected to the photovoltaic panels. Fuel cell unit operates in a closed loop to enhance efficiency and to avoid water waste and oxygen pollution with ambient gasses. A distilled water tank, connected …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 20–30 Read article
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Thermal and Thermoelectric Generation Using Geothermal Energy Extraction Through Cogeneration System
Abstract: The manuscript has focused on the evaluation of the improvement of energy efficiency in using geothermal energy for heat and electricity generation through additional thermoelectric production to conventional heat transfer processes. The proposed system uses Peltier rings made up of a serial and parallel Peltier cells grouping, as part of the upward and downward ducts that connect the geothermal heat exchanger and the surface heating system. The new system can …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 58–71 Read article
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Hybrid PV-PCM System to Increase Efficiency
Abstract: AbstractThis paper studies a hybrid design for the photovoltaic industry made up of a conventional photovoltaic panel and a Phase Change Material (PCM) to increase the efficiency of the panel as well as to generate thermal energy. The system has been based on thermal transfer from the PV panel to the PCM through direct contact, thus reducing the operating temperature of the panel and improving its efficiency. The system operates …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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Analysis of The Performance of A PV/PCM System in Variable Solar Radiation Conditions
Abstract: This paper studies the performance of a PV/PCM system operating at variable solar radiation conditions. The system has been tested for six different solar radiation levels, from 250 W/m2 to 950 W/m2 determining the steady-state temperature for every case. An algorithm has been developed to predict the steady-state temperature. This prediction has produced values within 97% accuracy of experimental data. A reduction of temperature up to 18.9ºC has been achieved. …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–20 Read article
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Effects of Rotor-Blade Deformation onto Performance of Domestic Wind Turbines
Abstract: Paper is focused on the influence that blade deformations by torsion and bending due to drag, lift, and gravitational effects has on the performance of small wind turbines. A blade model of stiff finite elements connected by rotating junctions is used. Mechanical deformations are simulated by controlled gravity and torsional forces, and their effects are measured through the response of the wind turbine. Tests have been run before and after …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 27–42 Read article
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A SIMULATION STUDY OF THE EFFICIENCY OF HIGH VOLTAGE α-Si STAND-ALONE PV INSTALLATIONS
Abstract: The paper analyzes different configurations, direct-PV, PV-battery, either with PWM or MPPregulator, and hybrid-PV, of stand-alone PV installation operating with high voltage α-Si panels thatsupplies energy to a DC-AC external circuit. Global efficiency is determined as a function of voltageconversion ratio and individual element efficiency. The paper concludes that direct-PV is the mostefficient mode with average performance ratio (PR) of 92.2% followed by PV-battery with MPPT,68.3% of efficiency, and PWM …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Power loss by blade deflection in flexible rotor wind turbines
Abstract: Effects of deflection onto the performance of small wind turbines with flexible rotor-blades have been studied and analysed. The goal of the study has been the evaluation of the wind turbine output power loss due to angular deflection because of bending effects caused by gravity. Wind turbine blades have been deformed under constant load at the tip of the blade for periods up to 40 days. Deformation process has been …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 13–29 Read article
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Simulation of a Renewable Energy Hybrid MicroHydro-Wind-PV-Solar System for Electric Generation
Abstract: This project is based on the development of a renewable energy hybrid tri-system made up of a photovoltaic device, a small wind turbine and a micro hydraulic turbine to generate electricity in places where these renewable energy resources are available. The system pursues the reduction of energy dependence on local electric network as well as the greenhouse gases emission. The project will be theoretically modelled and verified in a small …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 37–50 Read article
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Compact PV-PCM System with Heat Recovery Unit for Cogeneration System
Abstract: This paper studies the feasibility of developing a compact system based on a photovoltaic panel with a heat exchanger embedded in a phase change material (PCM) attached to the rear side of the panel. The system generates electric energy at the PV panel, and thermal energy using the removed heat from the panel. The paper analyzes the improvement in PV panel efficiency and the Coefficient of Performance (COP) of the …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 13–24 Read article
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A Review of Fire Retardants for Commercially Important Polyurethane Foams
Abstract: The review covers various additive and reactive fire retardants used to render flexible and rigid polyurethane foams fire retardant. Literature sources are mostly from technical publications, patents, books and handbooks since 1962. Various fire retardants such as phosphorus-containing compounds, halogen-containing compounds, nitrogen-containing additives, silicone-containing products and miscellaneous organic and inorganic additives have been used to render polyurethane foams fire retardant. Some heatresistant groups such as carbodiimide, isocyanurate and nitrogen-containing heterocycles …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 1–36 Read article
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A Review on Sustainable Building with Recycled Concrete
Abstract: There are various advantages of using high strength concrete as it not only reduces the structural dimension but also help in gaining cost cutting and more profits in high rise structure with reduction of dead load, and self-weight of the structure, also help in reducing the formwork area and cost saving due to smaller foundations beds. Beside this rise in construction industry with the help of concrete, there are huge …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 7–11 Read article