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17 articles for “Flat Plate Collector”
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Augmentation of Heat Transfer in a Trough Shaped Solar Collector Compared to Flat Plate Collector Using CFD
Abstract: Surface Enhancement plays a vital role in augmenting the thermal performance of flat plate collectors. In this paper, an attempt is made to explain in a comparative way the effect of surface geometry of solar flat plate collector having troughs with that of a normal collector. Flat plate collectors with and without troughs of dimensions 1 × 0.5 m is modelled in CATIA V5R19 and meshed using ANSYS ICEM CFD. …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Advancements in Thermal Performance of Solar Flat Plate Collectors: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Over the past couple of years, solar flat plate collectors (FPSCs) have undergone significant improvement regarding their thermal performance. The review evaluates the improvement of materials such as advanced coatings; metals with a high thermal conductivity; and nanostructured additives. New cover technologies, such as polymeric films and anti-reflection coatings, are discussed, as well as novel insulation technologies such as aerogels and vacuum panels. Also of interest are phase-change materials and …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 10–14 Read article
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A New Approach to Analyze the Performance of Flat Plate Collector
Abstract: AbstractAs per standards, the thermal efficiency test for the flat plate collector is used to be conducted under specified steady state conditions and then incident angle modifier ‘Kτα’ has been used to calculate the thermal efficiency at a different angle of incidence. These standards do not consider the effect of solar azimuth angle, as well as time consumption and require the costly test setup. In this paper, a new approach …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 39–49 Read article
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On Suitability of Supercritical Carbon Dioxide As Heat Transfer Fluid in Flat Plate Solar Collector
Abstract: In the present article, carbon dioxide is proposed as a heat transfer fluid for flat-plate solar thermal collector. Energetic, exergetic and economic analyses of flat plate collector using supercritical CO2 have been done and compared with conventional fluid (water) as well as advanced fluid (nanofluids). Effects of zonal ambient temperature and incident solar radiation on collector efficiency, irreversibility, second law efficiency and collector size reduction are presented. Due to lower …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 33–41 Read article
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Thermal Performance of Wickless Heat Pipe Flat Plate Solar Collector with Nanofluid
Abstract: Water heating by solar energy is the most important solar energy utilization because of technological feasibility and economic attraction compared with other kind’s energy utilization. The system can supply hot water at 50oC to 80oC which can be used for both domestic and industrial purposes. Nanofluids are the important fluids containing a very small amount of Nano particles that are uniformly suspended in fluids. Nanofluids having high thermal conductivity as …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 15–20 Read article
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Thermal Performance Analysis of Flat Plate Solar Collector and Solar Dryer of Indirect Solar Drying System
Abstract: The objective of this study is to investigate the thermal performance of a flat plate solar collector and solar dryer experimentally. The expressions for efficiency of solar collector andsolar dryer with phase change material (PCM) storage system in quasi-steady state conditions have been derived. The analysis is based on the basic energy balance forthe system. A computer model has been developed to predict the various performance parameters of the solar …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 21–31 Read article
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Performance Optimization of Reflectors Integrated Flat Plate Solar Collector for Water Heating
Abstract: As the demand for energy is increasing day by day, so to compensate that they use renewableenergy is the best choice in these days. Solar energy is one of the best renewable energyresources. A flat solar collector is using to heat water for domestic as well as commerciallevels. In this research, optimization of the thermal efficiency of a flat solar collector is done,reflector angle, day time and flow rate are …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 24–32 Read article
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Studying the Effectiveness of Solar Thermal Collectors Using Nanofluid
Abstract: Energy plays a crucial role in the technological growth that humanity is now experiencing. However, new avenues for energy generation and consumption have also been made possible by this advancement in science and technology. Another major factor driving up energy needs is an increase in population density. Carbon footprints are being left on the environment by fossil fuels, which are running out more quickly. Dependence on renewable energy sources, which …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 16, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 35–41 Read article
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Fabrication and Analysis of Evacuated Tube Solar Air Heater
Abstract: The development of renewable energy technology is important for the future to balance global energy. Now we are at the stage where the search for other alternative methods that replace the electricity has become pinnacle. This work is essentially based on the alternative methods by which we can reduce the consumption of electricity. Solar air heating is one of them is not only pollution free, but also cheap in operation. …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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An overview and Design of Solar Space Heating System
Abstract: The sun is perhaps the most dependable form of renewable energy. Solar radiation of the sun may be extracted with little effort. Proposed Solar space heating system is one of the reliable form of solar heating system. There are various collector arrangements for conservation of the heat out of which flat plate collector system is the most cost efficient system. In this paper, design and installation of a solar space …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Advanced Polymer Composite Coating for Thermal Performance and EEE Improvement of a Solar Energy Harvesting System
Abstract: The integration of carbon-based nanomaterials with polymer matrices presents a promising route toward advancing solar energy harvesting technologies. In this study, nanoparticle-blended polymer composite coatings are examined to evaluate the performance of FPSC, utilizing an unconventional collector setup and a multiple-carbon-based nanoparticle-blended paint polymer. Nanomaterial provides a crucial alternative for enhancing their thermal efficiency. The research findings reveal that the deformation of nanomaterials improves the heat efficiency of solar collectors. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 1197–1222 Read article
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Design And Optimization Of Performance Parameters Of Indirect Solar Drying System
Abstract: The objective of the work being presented is to design and develop an indirect solar dryer in the renewable energy laboratory of Mechanical Engineering Department, I.I.T BHU Varanasi and evaluate its performance under the climatic conditions of Varanasi, U.P India. The main components of indirect solar dryer are flat plate solar collector, drying chamber, blower and other accessories of the drying system. Originally built Shukla-Sharma dryer for drying aonla was …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–22 Read article
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A Review on Effect of Nano Fluid in Solar Collector
Abstract: AbstractIn this developing world, energy demand is growing day by day. But due to the scarcity and continuous depletion of conventional fuels, Renewable energy is an alternative source. Among all renewable energies, we have solar energy in abundance and solar collectors are commonly used to produce the energy. The fluids suffer from poor thermal and heat absorption properties which are conventional are used in solar collectors as the heat transfer …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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A Review on Mathematical Modeling and Experimental Investigation of Heat Pipe Evacuated Tube Solar Collector
Abstract: This paper presents the literature survey of mathematical modeling and experimental investigation of heat pipe evacuated tube solar collectors. Heat pipe evacuated tube solar collectors are used for industrial applications where temperature requirement is higher, i.e. more than 100°C. Heat pipe evacuated tube solar collectors are having better performance compared to flat plate solar collectors and simple evacuate tube solar collectors. The performance of the heat pipe evacuated tube solar …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Development and Performance Analysis of Pyramid Shaped Novel Solar Water Heater
Abstract: Solar water heating is an environmentally clean technology that utilizes solar energy as a renewable energy source for heating water. Several publications indicate that the interest in residential solar heating using flat-plate solar collectors remains high and current. The optimal tilt angle for solar collectors is estimated to be around 40°, resulting in energy savings, solar fraction, and collector efficiency of 1284 kWh, 29.6%, and 37.9%, respectively, for the entire …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Solar Thermal Energy Utilization: Design Innovations and Performance Enhancement Techniques
Abstract: The utilization of solar thermal energy has become increasingly significant in the pursuit of sustainable and low-carbon energy solutions. Unlike photovoltaic technologies that directly convert sunlight into electricity, solar thermal systems focus on harnessing solar radiation to generate heat, which can then be applied to diverse sectors such as water heating, space conditioning, industrial process heating, and power generation. In recent years, substantial research efforts have been directed toward enhancing …
Published in International Journal of Energy and Thermal Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Thermal Performance Analysis of a Solar Dryer-cum-Air Heater with Modified Absorber Surface
Abstract: Abstract The use of solar resource for food drying has always been a food preservation technique which has widely been practised in most parts of the world. The solar drying system utilizes solar energy to heat up air and to dry food substance placed in dryer, which is beneficial in reducing wastage of food products and helps in preservation of the same. Unfortunately, some of the methods practised in the …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 34–40 Read article