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8 articles for “Indirect solar drying”
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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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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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Construction and Comparative Analysis of Passive and Active Indirect Hybrid Solar Dryer’s for Drying Tomatoes
Abstract: The surplus agricultural products needed to be preserved by drying during harvesting period for long term storage. The application of modern techniques of solar thermal systems using solar dryers substitutes the use of an olden day’s method of direct sun radiation. This research entailed construction and comparative performances analysis of two different hybrid indirect solar dryers. The average daily air flow rates and temperatures in the dryer’s chamber, the weight …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 17–26 Read article
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Optimization Of Solar Drying Parameters for Turmeric and Papaya Leaves: Effects on Nutritional and Bioactive Compound Retention
Abstract: This study focuses on the optimization of solar drying parameters for turmeric and papaya leaves, based on their impact on retention of nutritional and bioactive compounds. One of the most crucial postharvest procedures is solar drying as it decreases the moisture content in plant materials, thereby increasing shelf life and preserving quality. This study considers traditional methods as open sun drying (OSD) and advanced solar dry techniques, including Hybrid Indirect …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power and Machine Systems · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 29–37 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
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Environmental Advantages of Renewable Energy: A Review
Abstract: There is a shortage of fuel in many emerging nations, including India, because of increased manufacturing for many different development initiatives. If the thermal energy sources used to meet this rise in demand are coal-based, environmental damage and high production costs ensue. So, the greatest alternative approach is for the nation to build renewable energy-based power facilities. Sustainable in light of current and future societal, economic, and social demands, renewable …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Noise and Pollution Control · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 31–39 Read article
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Benefits of Ecotourism on Tharu Community in Chitwan National Park, Nepal
Abstract: Ecotourism is one of the promising drivers and contributor for the world economy and has significant role in the sustainable development, economic upliftment and social benefits, which is only achievable through proper planning. Tourism also has the potential to contribute to environmental protection and poverty reduction. Chitwan National Park is the one of the preferred destinations for the visitors. “Questionnaires survey” is the method applied in the study. 40 respondents …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Evaporative Cooling By Using Different Porous Materials
Abstract: The method of evaporative cooling involves raising the air temperature by causing water vapour in an airstream to evaporate. Waterneeds the latent heat of vaporisation to evaporate, and this heat is produced by ambient air and a drop in air temperature. A porousmedium is necessary for both direct and indirect evaporative cooling in order to allow heat and mass transfer between the medium'swater and the air moving through it, or …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 29–37 Read article